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Dr. Paolo Cellocco

Dr. Paolo Cellocco

Bone and Joint Specialist ·
, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

15 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English

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About Dr. Paolo Cellocco

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Paolo Cellocco is a renowned orthopaedic surgeon at the Canadian Specialist Hospital, UAE. He has 15+ years of experience and he specializes in Orthopedics, Rehabilitation, and Physiotherapy. He has completed his Medical Degree from the University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, and also pursued a Specialization Diploma in Orthopaedic Surgery and Trauma at the University of L’Aquila - Italy and further did a PhD Doctorate at University of Rome “La Sapienza” - Italy and GMC (UK). He received thorough training in trauma surgery, major joints replacement surgery, lumbar spine surgery, and degenerative hand surgery, whereas knee arthroscopy and ACL reconstruction were also a field of interest. Dr. Cellocco has also studied new techniques in Knee arthroplasty which have been included in his Doctoral thesis as well. He has a keen interest in the field of Sports trauma too.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Cellecco is the HOD at the Canadian Hospital and he has authored and co-authored more than 30 international papers, including original research articles on international peer-reviewed journals. He has been a part of numerous meetings worldwide and he has spoken in more than 40 national and international meetings as well. He is a pristine member of SIOT (ITA) and ESSKA. He is one of the finest surgeons in the United Arab Emirates.

Conditions Treated by Dr Paolo Cellocco

We are outlining here for you the many conditions that Dr. Paolo Cellocco treats.:

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

The people who consult with the doctor want conditions in their musculoskeletal system resolved. Bones, ligaments, joints or tendons related conditions or injuries are specialised in by the doctor. 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 Paolo Cellocco

An orthopedic condition or injury leads to signs and symptoms such as:

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

It is quite common to have multiple symptoms in a patient suffering from an orthopedic or musculoskeletal condition or issue. 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 Paolo Cellocco

With Sunday being an off day, Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 4 pm 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 Paolo Cellocco

There are several popular procedures performed by Dr. Paolo Cellocco such as:

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

Whether we are talking about dislocated joints, knee pain, back pain or arthritis, it is the orthopedic surgeon who will help get us better and back on our feet. Irrespective of the kind of orthopedic condition whether, acute, degenerative or chronic, an orthopedic surgeon helps you get treated with any of them. Orthopedics has a lot of scope to work within for any medical professional who specialises in this field leading to number of sub specialties in it.

Qualification

  • Medical Degree (University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, Italy) - 1999
  • Degree Thesis Study performed at Laboratory of Experimental Orthopaedics – Universidad de Navarra – Pamplona (Spain) - 1997-1998
  • Specialization Diploma in Orthopaedic Surgery and Trauma at University of L’Aquila - Italy - 2004
  • Ph.D. Doctorate at University of Rome “La Sapienza” - Italy - 2011
  • GMC (UK) - 2015

Work Experiences

  • Head of Orthopaedics Department, Canadian Specialist Hospital
  • Head of Rehabilitation Department, Canadian Specialist Hospital
  • Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon, Canadian Specialist Hospital
  • Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, ASL Roma 2
  • Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, ASL Frosinone
  • Dirigente Medico, A.S.L. Roma C
  • Assistente Ortopedico, ICOT Latina

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Procedures Performed

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Paolo Cellocco is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Paolo Cellocco is one of the most sought after specialists in United Arab Emirates and has over 18 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Orthopedic Surgeon

The tests precede and are performed simultaneously with the consultation with an orthopedic surgeon.:

  • Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
  • MRI
  • X-ray
  • Ultrasound

Basis the tests, the doctor can get a more accurate picture of the severity and reasons behind the condition and the best treatment to be done. It is both the screening tests and the diagnostic tests that help the doctor find out how well prepared the patient is for the upcoming treatment. The physical determinants of the patient give a good before and after picture of the patients condition..

When post consultation and tests, the doctor determines that your condition can only be resolved by an orthopedic procedure, they refer you to an orthopedic surgeon. It is not just the treatment but the management of the pre operative and the post operative part of the treatment is done by the orthopedic surgeon. You can visit the surgeon for your procedure as well as during the rehabilitation to make it more seamless and effortless. The doctors also recommend tests and prescribe the medicines that you need to take during the treatment.

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