Dr. Om Prakash

Qualifications and Experience

Dr. Om Prakash is a renowned Orthopedics Specialist who is employed at LLH Hospital, Abu Dhabi. He has experience of more than 15 years. Dr. Prakash is an expert in performing a number of Orthopedic Surgeries. He has a special interest in Joint replacement, especially hip and knee joints and he also deals with knee and shoulder arthroscopies both diagnostic and therapeutic. Furthermore, he is well versed in the treatment of ACL Tear, Treatment of Meniscal Injury and Sports Medicine. He holds a number of degrees to his name including an MBBS, a Diploma and an MS in Orthopedics.

Contributions to Medical Science

Dr. Om Prakash’s areas of expertise include Arthroscopy and Sports medicine (Arthroscopic ACL & PCL reconstructions, Repair of meniscal tears of the Knee , Bankart & Rotator Cuff Repair of the Shoulder), Reconstructive arthroplasty (total hip replacement and total knee replacement surgery), Complex trauma surgery and Lumbar disc surgery.

Conditions Treated by Dr Om Prakash

Dr. Om Prakash treats a long list of conditions such as:

• Injury or Fracture of the Hip Joint
• Knee Osteoarthritis
• Knee Pain
• Torn Rotator Cuff
• Hip Osteoarthritis
• Ankle Injury or Trauma
• Shoulder Injury
• Osteonecrosis
• Shoulder Inflammation
• Ankle Fracture
• Ankle Arthritis
• Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith
• Knee Injury
• Brachial Plexus Avulsion
• Brachial Plexus Rupture
• Avascular Necrosis of Hip Joint
• Osteoarthritis (Most Common)
• Erb's Palsy
• Major Fractures
• Torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament
• Bone Tumor in the Hip Joint
• Shoulder Arthritis
• Meniscus Tear
• Shoulder Pain
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Deformed Knees
• Hip Fracture or Hip Dysplasia

The conditions resolved by the doctor are related to the musculoskeletal system in adults. Injuries or conditions of the bones, ligaments, joints or tendons are the ones the doctor specialises in. The aptitude of the surgeon, their ability to constantly learn and adapt to newer developments in treatment are also as important as their education, skills and experience.

Signs and Symptoms treatable by Dr Om Prakash

Here is the long list of symptoms and signs in a person with orthopedic condition or injury.:

• Tendons
• Joints problem
• Ligaments
• Bones problem
• Muscles that are so essential to movement and everyday life

Multiple symptoms are a common occurrence when musculoskeletal or orthopedic conditions are involved. Pain in the joints and muscles and swelling are an indication that you must consult an orthopedic surgeon at the earliest. Further these issues more often than not restrict the range of motion in the affected area.

Operating Hours of Dr Om Prakash

8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Saturday are the operating hours of the doctor.. It is only a skillful and efficient doctor that is able to do these procedures very well.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Om Prakash

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Om Prakash are outlined below.:

• Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
• Total Hip Replacement B/L
• Total Knee Replacement B/L
• Shoulder Arthroscopy
• Ankle Fusion Surgery
• Shoulder Replacement
• Shoulder Tendon Repair-Rotator Cuff
• Carpal Tunnel Release
• Meniscus Repair
• Hip Resurfacing Surgery
• Knee Arthroscopy

A person who can recover from arthritis, dislocated joints or hip pain or any of a number of such conditions does so by getting the best surgical treatment from an orthopedic surgeon. Degenerative conditions or acute orthopedic conditions or chronic issues all constitute the different types of musculoskeletal conditions patients may be affected with. The surgeons can sub specialise in specific areas of the body considering the wide application in the specialty.