Dr. Ankkur Kumar
The same surgery. A fraction of the incision. Significantly less pain.
Home sooner. Back to life faster. This is what modern surgery looks like.
Most people's idea of surgery comes from what they have heard or seen decades ago.
Large cuts. Long hospital stays. Months of recovery. Visible scars.
That picture is outdated.
Minimally invasive orthopaedic surgery has changed what surgery means.
Dr. Ankkur Kumar performs minimally invasive procedures for knee replacement, hip replacement and arthroscopic surgery.
Considering knee or hip replacement specifically? Read our guides to Knee Replacement Surgery in Pune and Joint Replacement Surgery in Pune for cost, recovery timelines and FAQs.
If you have been putting off surgery because of what you think it involves — it is time to find out what it actually involves today.
What it looks like today
The incisions are small. Sometimes the size of a keyhole.
The muscles are not cut through — they are gently moved aside.
Blood loss is a fraction of traditional surgery, with significantly lower pain after surgery.
Hospital stay is measured in days — not weeks. Recovery is faster than most patients dare to hope for.
Traditional surgery reaches the joint through a large incision that cuts through skin, fat and muscle. Minimally invasive surgery reaches the same joint through a much smaller incision — using the natural spaces between muscles and tissues rather than cutting through them.
Specialised instruments and cameras allow the surgeon to see and work inside the joint with the same precision as open surgery — but with a fraction of the trauma to your body.
| Traditional Surgery | Dr. Ankkur — MIS | |
|---|---|---|
| Incision Size | Large cut | Small cut |
| Muscle Damage | High | Very Low |
| Post-Op Pain | High | Minimal |
| Hospital Stay | 5 to 7 days | 2 to 3 days |
| Walking | Week 1 to 2 | Day 1 to 2 |
| Home | Week 1 | Day 3 |
| Full Recovery | 3 to 6 months | 6 to 10 weeks |
| Scar | Large | Minimal |
Not every surgeon offers minimally invasive surgery. It requires specialised training, specialised instruments and a commitment to giving patients the best possible outcome — not just the easiest procedure for the surgeon.
Dr. Ankkur Kumar brings a robotic and minimally invasive approach to knee replacement, minimally invasive hip replacement and arthroscopic surgery alike.
He will assess your condition honestly and tell you whether a minimally invasive approach is right for you — not simply offer it as a default.
When the technique is right for your condition, you want a surgeon who has the training, the instruments and the experience to deliver it well. Dr. Ankkur Kumar is that surgeon.
I was shocked at how small the incision was. I walked the day after my knee replacement and was home within three days.
My hip replacement was done with the DAA MIS technique. The pain was so much less than I expected and I was back home in days.
Dr. Ankkur explained exactly why minimally invasive surgery was right for me. The scar is barely visible and recovery was so much faster.
It is surgery done through smaller cuts using specialised instruments and, where suitable, a camera, instead of a larger open incision.
No. Whether it is suitable depends on the condition, the joint involved and your general health. Your surgeon will explain whether it is a good option for you.
Recovery depends on the problem, the procedure and the person. It is guided by a physiotherapist-supervised plan, and your surgeon will explain what to expect in your case.
Examples include some knee and shoulder joint problems, ligament and meniscus injuries and some fractures, where it is suitable. Dr. Ankkur Kumar can advise after an examination.
At the PCMC Treatment Centre in Pimple Saudagar, Pune (097311 32793), or at the Balewadi centre (092297 22398). Call or WhatsApp to confirm a time. Clinic hours are Monday to Saturday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM, and Sunday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Pimple Saudagar.
One consultation is all it takes to know whether a minimally invasive approach is the right solution for your joint.
Honest assessment. Clear explanation. No pressure to decide immediately.
Same-day appointments available. Walk-ins welcome at both clinics.
Visiting from Pimple Saudagar or PCMC? See our page on the Orthopedic Doctor in Pimple Saudagar.
Many patients have trusted Dr. Ankkur Kumar with their health. You can too.