Question 1

Where does Dr. Balaji Satpure practice?

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Dr. Balaji Satpure practices at Apex MultiSpeciality Hospital - Sakinaka.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. Balaji Satpure?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. Balaji Satpure for Carpal Tunnel Release, Replacement and Hand Surgery, Meniscus Repair Surgery. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Balaji Satpure's education qualification?

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Dr. Balaji Satpure has the following qualifications - MBBS, MS - Orthopaedics.

Question 4

What does Dr. Balaji Satpure specialises in ?

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Dr. Balaji Satpure specialises as Orthopedic surgeon.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Balaji Satpure have?

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Dr. Balaji Satpure has an overall experience of 28 years. View where has Dr. Balaji Satpure practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Balaji Satpure?

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Dr. Balaji Satpure is a Orthopedic surgeon in Sakinaka, Mumbai and has an experience of 28 years in this field. Dr. Balaji Satpure practices at Apex MultiSpeciality Hospital in Sakinaka, Mumbai and Godrej Memorial Hospital in Vikhroli, Mumbai. He completed MBBS from Grant Medical College & Sir J.J Group of Hospitals in 1995 and MS - Orthopaedics from Grant Medical College & Sir J.J Group of Hospitals in 2000. Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Carpal Tunnel Release,Replacement and Hand Surgery,Meniscus Repair Surgery,Total Knee Replacement and Laminectomy etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

Who is an Orthopaedist?

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An orthopaedist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the skeletal system. An orthopaedic doctor attends to any disorder or condition or injury pertaining to the bones, muscles, joints, and ligaments associated with the skeletal system. These medical professionals treat conditions like arthritis, back pain, sports injuries, and leg and foot pain

Question 8

What is the difference between an Orthopaedist and an Orthopaedic surgeon?

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Orthopaedists are sometimes mistakenly referred to as orthopaedic surgeons. An orthopaedist deals with conditions related to the musculoskeletal system. He provides pre-surgical consultation and post-surgical follow up. An orthopaedic surgeon provides same care as orthopaedist, but performs surgery as well. He performs surgery to cure back pain, ruptured discs, bone tumours, carpal tunnel, arthritis and other injuries.

Question 9

Does an Orthopaedist treat foot and ankle related problems?

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Yes, an orthopaedist deals with musculoskeletal problems within the body. Problems related to foot and ankle fall under this category. Common foot problems like bunions, ankle sprains, arthritis, and sports injury are treated by an orthopaedist. Diagnosis of foot and ankle related problems are done through imaging tests. The mode of treatment depends on the severity of the problem.

Question 10

Does one need a doctor referral to see an Orthopaedist?

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One can consult an orthopaedist by booking an appointment. Consultation with the orthopaedist is conducted in his/her clinic or at a healthcare centre. In some cases, patients go to a general physician for any condition or disorder related to the musculoskeletal system. Once preliminary investigation is done, the general physician may refer the patient to an orthopaedist for further examination.

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