Pradeep Kocheeppan

About Pradeep Kocheeppan

Dr. Pradeep Kocheeppan is recognized as among the finest orthopaedic doctor in Bangalore, showcasing an exceptional career that extends over 18 years. His journey in medicine began with the completion of his MBBS degree from the University of Pune, Maharashtra, India in 1998. Following this, he pursued a Diploma in Orthopaedics at Kerala University, Kerala, India in 2001. Dr. Pradeep furthered his expertise by securing a DNB (Orthopaedics) from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi in 2003. With a relentless pursuit of excellence, Dr. Pradeep embarked on a post-doctoral fellowship in Hip & Knee Arthroplasty at Sancheti, Pune, refining his skills to become a distinguished joint replacement surgeon. His reputation precedes him as a top consultant, renowned for his specialization in sports knee surgery. Dr. Pradeep professional journey has been marked by numerous achievements. Notably, he is the preferred Sports Surgeon for Indian Hockey team players and athletes, serving as a crucial member of their medical team. At the South Centre of Sports Authority of India, he holds the esteemed position of a top consultant, contributing significantly to the well-being and performance enhancement of elite athletes. Dr. Pradeep specializes in orthopaedics, particularly excelling in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. He is known for optimizing athletes\' health and performance and is skilled in various shoulder procedures, including reverse shoulder replacement. He is also dedicated to knee and cartilage conservation, prioritizing patient-centric care and long-term joint health. With extensive experience in trauma orthopaedics, he has treated numerous fractures, demonstrating unparalleled expertise. Fellowship and Training- Joint Replacement Training under Dr. Sanjay Pai, sponsored by Depuy- Hip Arthroplasty Training under Dr. Vijay Bose- Shoulder Surgery Training under Dr. Ashish Babhulkar, sponsored by Smith and Nephew- Training on Shoulder Surgery under Dr. Joe De Beer, Cape Town, South Africa- Training in Sports Medicine under Dr. Mark Ferguson at Rosebank Clinic, Johannesburg, South Africa- Arthrex Hip Arthroscopy Centre, Munich, Germany- Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty Training under Dr. Anders Ekelund at St. Gorans Hospital, Sweden, who is the designer surgeon of Depuy reverse shoulder replacement- Pelvic Dissection and Trauma Course, Pelvic/Acetabular Injury at Graz, Austria, in September 2017- Trained on Shoulder Surgery under Dr. Stefan Burkhart, a Top Shoulder Surgeon, Texas, USA, in October 2019.

Experience

1. Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

   Apollo Hospitals

   Jun 2012 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Specialty and Areas of InterestDr. Pradeep Kocheeppan specializes in various aspects of orthopaedics, including- Arthroscopic surgeries of the shoulder, covering Labral & Rotator Cuff procedures, as well as keyhole surgeries for multidirectional instability- Joint Replacements- Sports Medicine- Preventive Sports Medicine.Dr. Pradeep Kocheeppan brings with him eminent experience in orthopaedics, joint replacement surgery, and arthroscopy. Notably, he has performed a significant number of arthroscopies, particularly focusing on the knee and shoulder, along with hip and knee replacements.His expertise extends to trauma management, encompassing various fractures, including those of the hand and acetabulum. Additionally, he is proficient in Ilizarov surgeries.Dr. Kocheeppan\'s skillset also includes performing various arthroscopic procedures, such as ACL reconstruction (both single and double bundle), multiligamentous surgery, cartilage procedures, and the treatment of patellofemoral pathologies, including MPFL reconstruction and tibia tuberosity shifts.

Education

• Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram

  Diploma in Orthopaedics

• Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram

  DNB Orthopaedics

• Byramjee Jeejeebhoy (B.J.) Medical College and Sassoon General Hospital, Pune

  Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - MBBS

  1993 — 1998