








Dr. Narayan Hulse
FRCS (Orth), MCh (Liv), MS, DNB, MRCS
Principal Director – Orthopaedics & Senior Joint Replacement Surgeon, Fortis Hospital
Chairman – Specialty Council of Orthopaedics, Fortis Healthcare, India Bannerghatta Road
Education & Trainings:
• MBBS – Bangalore Medical College
• MS (Ortho) – Madras Medical College (University and State- Gold Medalist)
• FRCS (Orth) & MRCS – Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK
• MCh (Ortho) – University of Liverpool, UK
• Accredited Fellowships: Arthroplasty (University of Toronto), Pelvic Trauma (London)
Dr. Narayan Hulse

MS, DNB, MRCS(Surg)UK, MCh(Orth) Liverpool, FRCS(Tr & Orth) UK
Senior Director of Orthopaedics and Senior Joint Replacement Surgeon. Fortis Hospital, Bangalore
Dr Narayan Hulse is a senior joint replacement surgeon, surgical trainer, author, and a reviewer of orthopaedic journals. He is working as the Senior Director of Orthopaedics at Fortis Hospitals, Bangalore, India. He specialises in conventional and Mako robotic joint replacement surgery, arthroscopy, and pelvic-acetabular trauma. Dr Hulse has a vast surgical experience covering the entire spectrum of orthopaedics by virtue of his training and clinical work in well-known hospitals situated in three continents. He has conducted several training courses in joint replacement surgery. He runs a fellowship program to train young joint replacement surgeons.
He completed his primary medical training from Bangalore Medical College and his Post Graduate training from Madras Medical College winning both the gold medals to be the best outgoing orthopaedic trainee in the State and University. He later underwent higher surgical training from the West of Scotland Deanery (UK). He obtained MRCS (General Surgery) and FRCS (Trauma & Orth) from The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and MCh (Orth) from The University of Liverpool. He did his fellowship training in joint replacement surgery from St. Michael’s University Hospital, Toronto, and pelvic acetabular trauma from St. Georges Hospital, London.
He has performed over 7000 joint replacement surgeries. He is the first surgeon in Karnataka to complete 200+ Mako robotic joint replacement surgeries within 5 months of launch. He has performed many live joint replacement surgeries for training surgeons, published numerous scientific papers, and delivered lectures all over the world. He has authored chapters in orthopedic textbooks and is a reviewer of international, indexed orthopedic journals.
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Specializations
World-Class Care: Trusted By Celebrities
Hon. Transport Minister – Mr. Ramalinga Reddy
Hon. Labour Minister – Mr. SM Hebbar
Hon. Governor (Karnataka)
Minister – Gov. Of India -Mr. V Muraleedharan
Chief Minister Jayalalitha & Hon. Governor of Tamil Nadu
MP & Former Speaker – Mr. Kageri
Actor – Anirudh
Wife of Master Hirannaiah – Mrs Shantamma
Poet – Rashtra Kavi – Dr. Channaveera Kanavi
Hon. Lady Governor Of Karnataka
MLA – Sowmya Reddy
MP – Tejaswi Surya
Speaker & Chairman Of The Karnataka Legislative Council – Mr. Basavaraj Horatti
Senior Surgeon, President Indian Medical Association (KSB) – Dr. V V Chinivalar
Surgeon, Founder, & Chairman of Shridevi Medical College and Hospital, Tumakur – Dr. MR Hulinaykar
Surgeon For Surgeons
Dr. Sarvamangala Shankar, Vice Chancellor: Total Knee Replacement
Dr. Sudha, Anaesthetist and HOD:
Knee Replacement
Dr. Reetha Mishra,
A Famous Gynecologist: Mako Robotic TKR
Dr. Anupama K,
Senior Rheumatologist:
Knee Replacement
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Recent Blog
2000 Robotic Joint Replacements at Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
by Dr. Narayan Hulse | Apr 16, 2025 | Blog
A Landmark In Orthopedic Care: Dr. Hulse Performs 2000 Robotic Joint Replacements At Fortis BG Road, Bangalore Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road,…
How To Prepare For Knee Or Hip Replacement Surgery?
by Dr. Narayan Hulse | Apr 13, 2025 | Blog
Learn how to prepare for knee or hip replacement surgery with expert tips on pre-op preparation. A must-read guide for a smooth recovery.
Is DAA Right For Young, Active Patients?
by Dr. Narayan Hulse | Mar 16, 2025 | Blog
Is the Direct Anterior Approach Right for Younger, Active Patients? Hip replacement surgery is often associated with older adults suffering…
Awards And Medals
Gold medal from the Governor and Chief Minister of Tamilnadu
‘Vaidya Bhaskara’ by Swarnawalli Shree Gnagadhareshwar Swami ji
Fellowship pf the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK
First triathlon partial knee replacement in India and live in Chandighar
Live computer aided knee replacement: Karnataka Orthopaedic Conference, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions
When to see an orthopedic doctor?
If you experience persistent joint pain, swelling, or difficulty moving that doesn’t improve with rest, it’s time to consult an orthopedic doctor for evaluation and personalized treatment.
What I wish I knew before knee replacement surgery?
Before knee replacement surgery, it’s crucial to understand:
●the recovery process
●manage expectations about post-operative pain
●prepare your home environment for optimal comfort and rehabilitation
What causes thigh and knee pain after hip replacement?
Thigh and knee pain after hip replacement may result from improper alignment of the prosthetic components, muscle imbalance, or nerve irritation. Consulting your orthopedic surgeon can help identify and address the underlying cause.
Which surgery is better for a hip replacement, robotic or regular?
Robotic-assisted hip replacement surgery offers precise implant placement and potentially faster recovery compared to traditional methods. Discuss with your orthopedic surgeon to determine the best approach based on your specific condition and needs.
What are the three approaches to hip replacement surgery?
The three main approaches to hip replacement surgery are anterior, posterior, and lateral. Each approach has benefits and considerations regarding muscle preservation, recovery time, and potential complications.
What happens if you get an infection after knee replacement?
Infection after knee replacement surgery requires prompt medical attention. Symptoms include fever, increased pain, swelling, and warmth around the knee. Treatment typically involves antibiotics and sometimes surgical intervention to remove infected tissue.
What is the Mako knee replacement made of?
Mako is not a knee replacement but a method of robotic technology. This technology helps us to conduct knee replacements in a more precise fashion.
Artificial knee component or commonly known as implant which is used in Mako total Knee replacement is called Triathlon (Tm), manufactured by stryker, USA. They are made of highly researched, biocompatible, very hard medical grade metal, an alloy called cobalt chromium nickel.
Dr. Hulse is the first surgeon in the country to complete over 1000 Triathlon knee replacements, even before the robotics were introduced in India.
What is a bakers cyst?
Bakers cyst occurs in arthritic knees. Cyst itself is never troublesome and usually needs no treatment. The cyst develops as joint fluid escapes into the surrounding soft tissues in arthtitic conditions. Arthritis is treated in a standard way without doing any thing to the cyst. For example if you get a knee replacement done, bakers cyst also disappears automatically.