AIIMS Nagpur Achieves Landmark 550 Joint Replacements under the MJPJAY & PMJAY Schemes

AIIMS Nagpur has successfully completed 550 joint replacement surgeries in the past three years, bringing mobility and renewed hope to hundreds of patients. This remarkable milestone has been achieved under the Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Arogya Yojana (MJPJAY) and Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) schemes, ensuring free treatment for economically weaker sections of society.

The Department of Orthopaedics at AIIMS Nagpur has been at the forefront of advanced joint replacement surgeries, performing total knee replacement (TKR), total hip replacement (THR) and shoulder joint replacement procedures with high success rates and patient satisfaction.

A Commitment to Affordable and Quality Healthcare

Dr. Prashant Joshi, Executive Director, AIIMS Nagpur, expressed his appreciation for the orthopaedic team’s dedication: “Achieving 550 successful joint replacements are a proud moment for AIIMS Nagpur. This milestone reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable healthcare. The success of these surgeries under the MJPJAY and PMJAY schemes reaffirms our mission to serve the underprivileged with excellence. We look forward to further advancing our orthopaedic services and continuing to transform lives.”

He congratulated the team of MJPJAY and PMJAY unit for their contribution in achieving the goal of providing affordable, world-class orthopaedic care to the people of Central India under the Govt. schemes.

Dr Manish Shrigiriwar, Nodal Officer, MJPJAY/PMJAY scheme at AIIMS, Nagpur stated that – These schemes have played a crucial role in providing financial protection to underprivileged patients, covering hospitalization and surgery costs. AIIMS Nagpur has emerged as a leading centre in Central India for state-of-the-art joint replacement surgeries while ensuring accessibility for all sections of society.

Stories of Transformation

Many patients who were previously bedridden due to severe osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or post-traumatic arthritis are now able to walk pain-free, thanks to AIIMS Nagpur’s expert team of surgeons and post-operative care protocols.