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About Dr Naman Wahal
Dr. Naman Wahal is a Senior Consultant in Orthopaedics & Shoulder Surgery at Fortis Escorts Hospital and Director at StepUp Joints, Lajpat Nagar, Delhi.
AIIMS-trained orthopaedic specialist (MS Orthopaedics, 2013–2016) with advanced fellowship training from ATOS Klinik, Munich, Germany. He is a 360° Shoulder Surgeon with expertise in shoulder arthroscopy, shoulder joint replacement, fracture preservation, elbow surgery, and sports rehabilitation.
Work Experience
- Fortis Escorts Hospital, Delhi (2025–Present) – Senior Consultant & Unit Head, Orthopaedics
- Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi (2024–2025) – Attending Consultant
- ATOS Klinik, Munich (2021–2023) – Shoulder & Elbow Fellow
- StepUp Joints, Delhi (Ongoing) – Director, Sports Ortho & Joint Clinic
- SP Medical College, Bikaner (2020) – Assistant Professor
- AIIMS, Delhi (2016–2019) – Senior Resident
- International: ESSKA 2022 (SLAP Repair, Paris); ISAKOS 2025 (3 papers: UKR in high-BMI, Dog-Bone Button, Oxinium Wear)
- National (2024-2025): DOACON (AC Joint), ICON AIIMS (Posterior Instability), GOFCON (Humerus Non-Union), etc. (7+ talks)
- Nov 2025–Present: Senior Consultant & Unit Head, Orthopaedics – Fortis Escorts Hospital, New Delhi
- Jan 2024–Oct 2025: Attending Consultant, Orthopaedics – Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
- Jan 2021–Nov 2023: Fellow in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery – ATOS Klinik, Munich, Germany
- Jun 2020–Dec 2020: Assistant Professor – SP Medical College & PBM Hospital, Bikaner
- Aug 2019–Jun 2020: Consultant Orthopaedics – Bikaner Nursing Home, Rajasthan
- Aug 2016–Aug 2019: Senior Resident, Orthopaedics – AIIMS, New Delhi
- Fellowship in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery – German Shoulder Center, ATOS Klinik, Munich, Germany (2021-2023) (proven: international training under Prof. Mark Tauber)
- AADO Trauma Fellowship – Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Hong Kong (2017)
- Clinical Research Observership – Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford, UK (2015) (focus: UKR suitability in Indian patients)
- ESSKA – 2022, Paris
- ISAKOS – 2025, Munich (paper presentation certified)
- IOF – Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation
- International
- ISAKOS – International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
- ESSKA – European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery & Arthroscopy
- IOF – International Osteoporosis Foundation
- National:
- IMA – Indian Medical Association
- SDOS – South Delhi Orthopaedic Society
- DOA – Delhi Orthopaedic Association
- IOA – Indian Orthopaedic Association
- IAG – Indian Academy of Geriatrics
- ISBMR – Indian Society for Bone and Mineral Research
- DMA – Delhi Medical Association
- World Health Day Award 2019 – Presented by Chief Secretary of Delhi
- Gold Medal, National Biology Olympiad (2007)
- National Talent Search Examination Scholarship (2007)
- ISAKOS 2025 Paper Presentation Certificate (Munich Congress)
- 10+ Peer-Reviewed Journals (e.g., Journal of Clinical Medicine 2023: Acromioclavicular Joint Lesions in Adolescents)
- 6+ Book Chapters (e.g., Springer 2025: Subacromial Impingement in Shoulder)
- Ongoing Projects: Pirfenidone for Frozen Shoulder; Tedizolid for Skin Infections
- International: ESSKA 2022 (SLAP Repair, Paris); ISAKOS 2025 (3 papers: UKR in high-BMI, Dog-Bone Button, Oxinium Wear)
- National (2024-2025): DOACON (AC Joint), ICON AIIMS (Posterior Instability), GOFCON (Humerus Non-Union), etc. (7+ talks)
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FAQs
When should I see an orthopaedic specialist?
You should book a visit if joint or bone pain lasts more than a few days, keeps coming back, limits your movement, or follows a fall, twist or sports injury.
Which problems does Dr. Naman Wahal commonly treat?
He regularly manages shoulder and knee pain, rotator cuff tears, ligament injuries, sports injuries, fractures, arthritis, and post‑traumatic deformities.
What will happen during my first consultation?
Your consultation includes a detailed discussion of symptoms, physical examination of the affected area, review of previous tests and, if needed, new X‑rays or scans before explaining treatment choices.
What treatment options might be recommended?
Depending on your condition, treatment may involve activity modification, physiotherapy, medicines, injections, bracing, keyhole (arthroscopic) procedures or joint replacement surgery when truly necessary.
How can I reduce my risk of joint and sports injuries?
Regular strengthening and stretching, warming up before exercise, maintaining a healthy weight and using correct techniques in sports or gym workouts can significantly lower your risk.
How long does recovery usually take after orthopaedic surgery?
Recovery time varies, but many patients stand or walk with support within a day or two after routine procedures and then improve steadily over several weeks with guided rehabilitation.
Are all joint pains a sign that I need surgery?
No, most joint problems improve with non‑surgical care; surgery is considered only when pain is severe, persistent, or when structural damage is clearly seen on scans.
What makes Dr. Naman Wahal a good choice for shoulder and joint problems?
With MS Orthopaedics from AIIMS and specialised international training in shoulder and upper‑limb surgery, Dr. Wahal combines advanced techniques with clear, honest communication and personalised care plans.