Success in joint replacement depends on a chain of safety: Surgeon -> Implant -> Hospital.

If the hospital environment isn't up to the mark, even the best surgery can face complications.

Here is what you should demand from your hospital.

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1. Laminar Air Flow OTs

This is non-negotiable.

• The Operation Theatre must have Laminar Air Flow—a special ventilation system that creates a curtain of sterile air over the surgical table, preventing bacteria from landing on the wound.

2. ICU Backup

While joint replacement is elective, having a fully equipped ICU with a cardiologist and intensivist 24/7 ensures safety, especially for elderly patients with BP or diabetes.

3. Dedicated Orthopaedic Wing

Ideally, you don't want to be in a ward next to a patient with a contagious flu. Dedicated orthopaedic wards reduce cross-infection risk.

4. Pain Management Team

A good hospital has an anaesthetist dedicated to your post-op pain, using epidurals or nerve blocks to keep you comfortable.

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Dr. Kale's Affiliations

Dr. Abhijit Kale operates only at top-tier NABH accredited hospitals in Mumbai (like Shushrusha, Hinduja, etc.) that meet these strict international safety standards.

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Takeaway

Safety first. We don't compromise on sterility, and neither should you.