Dr. Nitesh Bhagwan

• Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon — Shoulder & Elbow Specialist
  Maritzburg Orthopaedic Centre | 2012 – Present

  • Leads the Shoulder & Elbow Surgery Unit, offering advanced care for sports injuries, joint instability, and rotator cuff repairs.

  • Expert in arthroscopic shoulder reconstruction, elbow ligament repairs, and minimally invasive procedures.

  • Works with professional athletes, sports teams, and rehabilitation experts for comprehensive recovery strategies.

• Senior Orthopaedic Consultant
  Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg | 2008 – 2012

  • Specialized in treating complex shoulder dislocations, tennis elbow, and traumatic fractures.

  • Developed patient-focused rehabilitation protocols for sports-related injuries.

• Orthopaedic Registrar
  Groote Schuur Hospital, Cape Town | 2003 – 2008

  • Extensive training in upper limb reconstruction surgeries and arthroscopic techniques.

  • Assisted in over 600 successful shoulder and elbow procedures.

• Conducted clinical research on shoulder arthroscopy advancements, elbow ligament reconstruction techniques, and sports injury rehabilitation.

• Published research in:

  • South African Orthopaedic Journal

  • Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

• Invited speaker at the South African Sports Medicine Association (SASMA) Annual Congress and International Arthroscopy Symposiums.

• Excellence in Shoulder Arthroscopy Award — South African Orthopaedic Association (2015)

• Best Sports Orthopaedic Specialist — Mediclinic Recognition Awards (2019)

• Innovative Arthroscopic Technique Award — International Shoulder Surgery Summit (2022)

Dr. Nitesh Bhagwan is a highly skilled Orthopaedic Surgeon and Shoulder & Elbow Specialist with over 18 years of clinical experience in managing complex upper limb conditions and sports-related injuries. He graduated with an MBChB from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and completed his Fellowship in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Cape Town, followed by a subspecialty fellowship in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery at the University of Pretoria.

At the Maritzburg Orthopaedic Centre, Dr. Bhagwan provides cutting-edge treatments for athletes, sports professionals, and general patients suffering from upper limb injuries. His expertise includes rotator cuff repairs, shoulder arthroscopy, elbow ligament reconstruction, and minimally invasive techniques.

Dr. Bhagwan actively contributes to medical research, publishes in leading journals, and regularly presents at national and international orthopaedic conferences. He is recognized for his innovative surgical approaches, personalized care plans, and passion for sports medicine.