Held for acute injuries.
The right decision before it heals wrongly.
Fracture and trauma care
Fracture and Trauma Care in Ahmedabad
By Dr. Kalpesh C. Patel · Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Urgent assessment and fixation for broken bones, with a clear path from the day of injury through to full recovery.
M.S. Orthopaedics
Arthroplasty fellowship, Taiwan
Practising since 2016
Practising in Ahmedabad
Your surgeon
Meet Dr. Kalpesh C. Patel
Consultant Joint Replacement & Shoulder Surgeon
Dr. Patel trained in arthroplasty at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan and holds fellowships in revision arthroplasty and shoulder surgery. He has practised in Ahmedabad since 2016, with a focus on knee and hip replacement — including robotic-assisted and revision surgery.
M.B.B.S.
M.S. Orthopaedics
International Fellowship · Joint Replacement, Taiwan
Fellowship · Shoulder & Sports Injury, Pune
Years in orthopaedics
Fellowships
Peer-reviewed publications
Understanding fracture care
Seen quickly, fixed properly
Fractures do best when assessed early and treated definitively. Some heal in a cast; others need fixation to hold alignment while the bone unites. The priority is an accurate assessment on day one so the right decision is made before the fracture starts healing in the wrong position.
When to seek urgent care
- Visible deformity after injury
- Unable to bear weight
- Severe pain and rapid swelling
- Numbness below the injury
When a cast may be enough
- Fractures that hold their position
- Stable, undisplaced breaks
- Decided on X-ray and examination, case by case
Trauma we manage
Wrist & Forearm Fractures
Casting or plate fixation depending on displacement and the demands on your hand.
Hip Fractures
Urgent fixation or replacement in older patients, prioritising early mobility.
Ankle Fractures
Restoring the joint surface precisely to protect against later arthritis.
Complex & Multiple Trauma
Staged treatment for high-energy injuries involving more than one bone.
Without surgery
When a fracture heals without surgery
Many fractures heal well in a cast. Surgery is for fractures that will not hold their position.
Cast or splint
Sling or brace
Pain relief, as prescribed
Physiotherapy as the bone heals
Risks and limitations
Risks, complications and limitations
Fracture surgery carries risk, as does leaving an unstable fracture untreated. Your individual risks are discussed with you before any decision is made.
Infection
Uncommon after fixation, but taken seriously.
Delayed healing
Some fractures take longer to unite, and a few need further treatment.
Stiffness
Joints near a fracture can stiffen; movement restarts as early as is safe.
Metalwork irritation
Usually not a problem. Removal is considered only if it causes irritation.
Recovery
What recovery looks like
Timelines vary between patients. This is the typical path.
Assessment and treatment
Assessment, X-ray, pain relief and immobilisation or surgery.
Wound and alignment check
Wound and alignment check, cast or dressing review.
Bone healing confirmed
Radiological confirmation of union, movement restarted.
Strength and loading
Strengthening and graded return to normal loading.
Why Dr. Patel
Why patients choose Dr. Patel for fracture care
Trauma training
Surgical training that includes trauma care.
Same-day slots
Held for acute injuries — call the clinic line.
Fellowship-trained
Arthroplasty training at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taiwan.
Honest advice
Including when surgery isn’t the right answer yet.
Published research
Five peer-reviewed publications in orthopaedics.
Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar
Consulting at Health1 Thaltej, Ahmedabad and SGS Health1 Kudasan, Gandhinagar.
Common questions
Questions patients ask
Still unsure? Bring your questions to the consultation — that is what it is for.
Same-day slots are held for acute injuries. Call the clinic line rather than booking online.
No. Many heal well in a cast. Surgery is for fractures that will not hold their position.
Most fractures unite in 6–12 weeks, though full strength takes longer.
Usually not. Removal is only considered if it causes irritation.
Book a consultation
See Dr. Patel in Ahmedabad or Gandhinagar
A consultation tells you where you stand — including whether you need surgery at all.
AhmedabadHealth1 Super Speciality Hospital, Shilaj Circle, Thaltej
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 4:00 – 6:00 PM, by prior appointment
GandhinagarSGS Health1 Hospital, Pramukh Anand Orbit Mall, Kudasan
8:00 – 10:00 AM, by prior appointment
OPD visitsVijapur · Idar · Himmatnagar · Visnagar · Mehsana
AppointmentsBy prior appointment only — call +91 75678 70528 to confirm the day.
How to book
- Call or WhatsApp the clinic.
- Choose Ahmedabad or Gandhinagar, and a time that suits you.
- Bring previous X-rays, reports and a list of your medicines.