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Bal M Rajagopalan, MD

Joined: 10/15/2010
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Bal Rajagopalan, MD, (known by his patients as Dr Raj) is a double board-certified (American and Canadian) orthopedic surgeon in Beverly Hills, Calif., specializing in hip, knee, and joint replacements, arthritis pain, sports injuries, and fractures, plus additional focuses on providing top alternative, conservative, and surgical options for any joint, bone, or muscle pain. Over the past 10 years, "Dr. Raj" has become known for the elite, VIP service he provides to patients, with clients ranging from celebrities and renowned athletes, to the general public. He has quickly become the go-to doctor in the media for not only orthopedic-based topics, but also for general medical issues including injury prevention, health care, weight gain and weight loss, drug abuse, and more. He has been seen in top media outlets, including a recent appearance on the TV show The Doctors, Spike TV, NBC, CBS, and he was also named "Best of LA" by KCAL 9. In addition to being embraced by the entertainment community, Rajagopalan has also been recognized for his outstanding work by the medical community, making the America's Top Orthopedics List in 2007, 2009, and 2010.

Rajagopalan has completed close to 4,000 orthopedic surgical cases in his career and works with over 500 patients per month. His team members at Beverly Hills Orthopedic Institute pride themselves in offering the latest surgical and nonsurgical techniques for all orthopedic issues. Rajagopalan's desire for perfection has led to unparalleled surgical results and an impeccable reputation, which continues to garner the attention of the media seeking his expert opinion. Rajagopalan also strives to practice what he preaches and aims to set a good example for all of his patients with his own personal health and lifestyle choices.

In addition to his medical career, Rajagopalan supports numerous charities, including the Iraq Star Foundation, where he provides free treatment to U.S. troops

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Reply: YEAR AFTER ACL & MENISCUS SURGERY: Should my knee ...
This is most likely arthritis..With a ACL surgery you tighten the knee so any...More
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Reply: 7 weeks post op bil knee replacement-unable to sle...
Be patient once you get more range this symtom should settle
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Reply: sharp pain on the knee cap
IT MAY BE PATELLOFEMORAL DISEASE, PLICA OR PATELLA MALTRACKING. LOOK INTO...More
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Reply: Bilaterial TKR Progress
STILL VERY EARLY, TRUST YOUR SURGEON AND PHYSICAL THERAPIST. BILATERAL KNEES...More
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Reply: Recovery from total knee replacement
THIS CAN BE VERY NORMAL EVERYONE RESPONDS DIFFERENTLY ESPECIALLY TO PAIN. IN...More
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Reply: muscle spasms
THIS CAN BE NORMAL ESPECIALLY IF YOUR MUSCLES ARE SPASMING. THIS IS ALL...More
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Reply: problems with recovery...1 yr post op
This is a very complicated injury. First of all, 5 weeks after an injury is...More
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Reply: knees painful and swollen years after replacements...
Your surgeon must first rule out infection. Once this is done, seek a second...More
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Reply: knees painful and swollen years after replacements...
Your surgeon must first rule out infection. Once this is done, seek a second...More
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Reply: Pain and swelling after 2 knee replacements
If you're allergic to the metal. Did he take all the metal out and try...More
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Posted by Bal M Rajagopalan, MD

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