Dr. Balamurali Krishnan

Dr Balamurali Krishnan is a highly experienced orthopaedic surgeon in Bangalore with over 35 years of experience in joint replacement surgery, young adult hip and knee arthroplasty, sports injury management, and musculoskeletal care.

He currently practises as a Senior Consultant at Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore. Patients searching for the best orthopaedic surgeon in Bangalore or a trusted joint replacement specialist near Sarjapur Road will find in Dr Balamurali the surgical expertise and patient-first approach that delivers lasting results.

Over the course of his career, he has built deep expertise in young adult hip and knee arthroplasty, independently managing complex joint conditions, sports fractures, skeletal dysplasias, and musculoskeletal infections. He is equally skilled in limb lengthening, joint dislocation management, and shoulder, hip, and knee repair procedures.

Whether you need expert care for a joint replacement, a sports injury, a fracture, or any orthopaedic concern, he provides comprehensive, evidence-based musculoskeletal care. He consults in English and Hindi.

Area of Expertise

Joint Replacement and Arthroplasty

Advanced surgical expertise in restoring joint function and mobility for young adults and older patients.

• Young adult hip and knee arthroplasty
• Hip replacement and knee replacement surgery
• Shoulder and joint repair procedures
• Lower limb arthroplasty

Sports Injury and Fracture Management

Comprehensive care for sports-related injuries, fractures, and trauma recovery.

• Sports fracture recovery and rehabilitation
• Sports-specific physiotherapy and injury recovery
• Fracture management and skeletal dysplasia treatment
• Joint dislocation treatment and stabilisation

Musculoskeletal Conditions and Limb Surgery

Specialised management of bone, joint, and soft tissue conditions.

• Musculoskeletal infections diagnosis and treatment
• Limb lengthening procedures
• Comprehensive assessment and surgical intervention for complex orthopaedic conditions

Professional Experience

Dr Balamurali Krishnan is currently associated with:

• Senior Consultant, Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore

With 35 years of experience, he has successfully treated a wide range of orthopaedic cases and is a recognised name in the orthopaedic community. He has been invited as a speaker at numerous events and has presented several research projects at renowned conferences.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Memberships

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS from Government Medical College, Bellary, 1991
• Diploma in Orthopaedics from Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College, Gulbarga, 1996
• MCh in Orthopaedics
• MRCS (Member of the Royal College of Surgeons)

Dr Balamurali further advanced his expertise through a Fellowship in Joint Replacement Surgery and Lower Limb Arthroplasty, where he gained specialised hands-on training in hip, knee, and lower limb reconstruction.

Awards and Achievements

• Ian Smillie Award as topper of the batch for MCh in Orthopaedics
• Distinction in Pharmacology

Registration

• Karnataka Medical Council, Registration number 32430, since 1991

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on joint replacement, hip and knee arthroplasty, sports injuries, fractures, or any orthopaedic concern in Bangalore, book an appointment with Dr Balamurali Krishnan at Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road through HexaHealth for a smooth and priority consultation experience.