Dr. Vishnu Baburaj
CORI robotic knee replacement, sports injuries and arthroscopy, and bone and soft tissue tumour care at Aster MIMS Kannur. A clear understanding of your condition, with a plan built around you. CORI robotic knee replacement, sports injuries and arthroscopy, and bone and soft tissue tumour care at Aster MIMS Kannur.
OPD: Mon, Wed & Fri · 10 am to 4 pm · Aster MIMS, Chala
Trained at India's apex surgical institute · Royal College certified · Nationally board-accredited
Bone & soft tissue
tumour care.
From a lump or an abnormal scan to an established diagnosis, find a clear starting point for assessment and treatment at Aster MIMS Kannur.
Trained at PGIMER Chandigarh and Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.
Care across the tumour spectrum
Travelling to Kannur for orthopaedic care?
Start with a provisional review of your existing scans and reports. Understand the clinical options, records required, travel coordination and follow-up before booking a flight.
Remote review is provisional. Final diagnosis and treatment are confirmed after the required assessment.
What do you need help with today?
Choose the statement that feels closest. We will point you to the most useful next step; this is guidance, not a diagnosis.
Describe where it hurts
Use the body map to understand the structures in that area, common patterns, and warning signs that should not wait.
Understand how much the joint is affecting you
Answer eight short questions about pain, walking, sleep, stairs, and daily activities, then see a clear educational summary.
Get clarity on the diagnosis and your options
Request an independent review of the diagnosis, proposed procedure, alternatives, scans, and expected recovery.
Build your surgery checklist
Prepare your medicines, reports, home, support person, and hospital bag with practical step-by-step guides.
Follow your recovery phase by phase
See expected milestones and illustrated exercises for knee, hip, ACL, and shoulder recovery.
Start with a tumour assessment
Find information for a new lump, a bone lesion on a scan, or an existing tumour diagnosis, including how to prepare for your consultation.
Supported at every step.
Choose where you are now to see only the tools that matter at this stage.
Understand your pain
Start by making sense of what you feel, in plain language.
Explore your options
Understand conservative care, when surgery may help, and when it may not.
Plan your visit and costs
Know where to come, what to bring, and how cashless cover works.
Prepare for surgery
Get yourself, your home, and your family ready.
Recover well
Follow milestones and exercises for each phase of healing.
Precision planned around your knee.
At Aster MIMS Kannur, we use the CORI Surgical System by Smith+Nephew for total knee replacement. Its live 3D map helps the surgeon plan implant position, assess ligament balance and guide bone preparation around your knee anatomy.
The surgeon controls the procedure and uses real-time feedback to refine the plan. CORI supports accurate preparation and positioning; your pain relief, movement and recovery also depend on your knee condition, overall health and rehabilitation.
Explore robotic knee replacement
Live 3D guidance
A 3D map of your knee guides bone preparation and implant positioning. CORI builds this map during surgery without requiring a pre-operative CT scan for its planning.
Surgeon-controlled
The robot assists; I make every decision. CORI is a precision tool in the surgeon's hands, not an autonomous system.
Implant choice
Implant choice and fixation are discussed around your knee, bone quality and activity needs. Robotic assistance does not guarantee a longer-lasting implant.
Dr. Vishnu Baburaj
Consultant orthopedic surgeon at Aster MIMS Kannur, trained at PGI Chandigarh (India's apex surgical institute) and certified by the Royal College of Surgeons, UK. His practice focuses on robotic joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery of the knee, shoulder and ankle, sports injuries, revision arthroplasty, and complex trauma including pelvic and acetabular reconstruction.
He has authored 30+ peer-reviewed publications in international orthopedic journals, and believes every patient deserves a clear explanation and an honest recommendation before any decision about surgery is made.
Joint replacements, arthroscopy, complex trauma reconstruction
Published in the world's top orthopedic journals
Cited by surgeons worldwide
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"Good treatment starts with the right diagnosis. I recommend non-operative care when appropriate and surgery when it offers a clear benefit, with careful discussion of recovery and the alternatives."
Frequently asked questions
What is robotic knee replacement?
Robotic knee replacement uses the CORI Surgical System to create a live 3D map of your knee during surgery. The surgeon uses this information to plan implant position, assess ligament balance and guide bone preparation. The surgeon remains in control throughout. Pain relief and recovery vary between patients, and robotic assistance does not guarantee a better result or longer implant life.
How long is recovery after knee replacement?
Supported walking often begins on the day of surgery or the following day, depending on your health and recovery. Daily activities return gradually over the following weeks, while strength and confidence continue to improve over several months. Driving and recreational activity should resume when your surgeon confirms that you are ready.
Does insurance cover robotic surgery?
Coverage varies by policy. Total knee replacement is widely covered, but the additional charge for robotic assistance is not always included. The Aster MIMS Kannur insurance desk can confirm exactly what your policy covers, including any robotic charge, before admission. We accept cashless insurance and direct billing and assist with pre-authorisation.
Can I get a second opinion remotely?
You can send your enquiry, scans and reports directly through WhatsApp or professional email, using the contact details on the second-opinion page. Include a brief history, your symptoms and the advice you are seeking. A remote review depends on the records available; an examination or further tests may still be needed.
What should I do in a fracture emergency?
Aster MIMS Kannur runs a 24/7 emergency and trauma service. Call the emergency line 9656 111 666 or come directly to the casualty department at Chala, Kannur. Complex fractures, including pelvic and acetabular injuries, are managed around the clock.
Is arthroscopic keyhole surgery a day-care procedure?
Many arthroscopic procedures of the knee, shoulder and ankle are performed as day-care or short-stay surgery. Most patients go home the same day or the next morning with a structured physiotherapy plan. Your surgeon will confirm what applies to your case during consultation.
Published Research
30+ peer-reviewed publications in top orthopedic journals, shaping evidence-based surgical practice.
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Chala, Kannur, Kerala 670621 · OPD: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 10 am to 4 pm.