- Speciality: Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine
- Designation: Senior Consultant – Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Delhi
- Education: MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), MCh
- Experience: 45+ years
- Hospital: Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi
About Dr. Vinod Sukhija
Dr. Vinod Sukhija is a senior Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Specialist with over 45 years of clinical experience, currently practicing at Apollo Hospitals, Delhi. He holds degrees in MBBS, MS, and MCh, and has undergone advanced training in Traumatology at the Medical University of Vienna, Austria. Over the years, Dr. Sukhija has treated a wide range of complex orthopaedic conditions including joint replacements (knee and hip), trauma cases, spine disorders, and sports injuries. He has also served with distinction as Head of Orthopaedics for the Ministry of Health in Saudi Arabia and played a key role during the Gulf War in 1991 as an orthopaedic surgeon with the American Allied Forces. His memberships include the Austrian Medical Society, SICOT, and AO Society.
Fluent in both English and Hindi, Dr. Sukhija is known for his compassionate care and commitment to patient wellness. He specializes in both surgical and non-surgical treatments for conditions such as osteoarthritis, rotator cuff injuries, back pain, and chronic joint disorders. His clinical interest in regenerative therapies and sports medicine makes him a preferred choice among patients seeking long-term relief and mobility restoration. Dr. Sukhija’s legacy of excellence continues to impact thousands of lives through dedicated, evidence-based orthopaedic care.
Work Experience
- Over 45 years of clinical experience in Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.
- Orthopaedics Specialist with Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia (1983–1995).
- Head of Orthopaedics Department, MOH Saudi Arabia for 5 years.
- Served in Operation Desert Storm (1991) as an Orthopaedic Surgeon treating injured soldiers.
- Worked with American Allied Forces during the Gulf War – I.
- Currently practicing at Apollo Hospitals, South Delhi.
- Fellow, Post-Graduate Commission (Traumatology), Medical University of Vienna, Austria.
Specialty & Interests
- Joint replacement surgeries (knee & hip)
- Traumatology and sports injury management
- Regenerative therapies for joint repair
- Treatment of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
- Management of spine problems and back pain
- Care for fractures and musculoskeletal injuries
- Rehabilitation and preventive orthopaedic care
- Treatment of cerebral palsy and congenital orthopaedic disorders
Memberships
- Life Member, Austrian Medical Society (1995)
- Fellow, AO Society (Osteosynthesis of Bone Fractures), 1985
- Fellow, Post Graduate Commission, Vienna, 1996
- Member, SICOT (Argentina), 1991
Education & Training
- MBBS
- MS (Orthopaedics)
- MCh
- Fellowship in Traumatology, Medical University of Vienna, Austria
Honors & Awards
- Life Membership, Austrian Medical Society, 1995
- Recognized for service during Operation Desert Storm, 1991
- International Fellowships in Orthopaedics and Traumatology
Treatments Offered
- Joint Replacement Surgery (Knee, Hip)
- Sports Injury Treatment & Rehabilitation
- Regenerative Joint Therapies
- Osteoarthritis & Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment
- Spine Problem & Back Pain Management
- Fracture & Trauma Management
- Cerebral Palsy & Congenital Orthopaedic Disorder Treatment
- Rotator Cuff & Tailbone Pain Treatment
- Arthritis and Chronic Pain Management
- Achilles Tendon, Meniscus, and Shoulder Injury Care
