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Karthik Ponnusamy, M.D.
Pinnacle Orthopaedics
Orthopedics: Total Joint Replacement, Arthroscopy, Hip, Knee
Canton, Woodstock
4.9
2012 Ratings
644 Comments
Dr. Karthik Ponnusamy is fellowship trained in hip and knee replacements. He specializes in arthroscopy, hip and knee conditions, total and partial knee replacements, total hip replacements (including the direct anterior approach), and general orthopaedics.
4.9
2012 Ratings
644 Comments
Dr. Karthik Ponnusamy is fellowship trained in hip and knee replacements. He specializes in arthroscopy, hip and knee conditions, total and partial knee replacements, total hip replacements (including the direct anterior approach), and general orthopaedics.
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Dr. Karthik Ponnusamy is fellowship trained in hip and knee replacements. He specializes in arthroscopy, hip and knee conditions, total and partial knee replacements, total hip replacements (including the direct anterior approach), and general orthopaedics. He sees patients in the Canton and Woodstock offices.
Dr. Ponnusamy received his Medical Degree from Stanford University following a Master of Science Degree and a Bachelor of Science Degree both in Biomedical Engineering with honors from Johns Hopkins University. He then completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery also from Johns Hopkins University. After residency, he completed a Hip and Knee Replacement Fellowship at the University of Western Ontario. During his fellowship, he received additional training and earned a Master of Science in Surgery.
Dr. Ponnusamy has contributed significant research to the medical community including presentations and publications on stem cells, tissue engineering, robotic surgery, and perioperative patient management. He also has numerous awards and honors including the Ronald Byank Chief Resident Servant Leadership Award, Chief Resident Research Award, and Rhodes Scholar Finalist.
Dr. Ponnusamy lives in Woodstock with his wife and son. He enjoys hiking, traveling, and photography
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Undergraduate Education
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering (2006)
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering (2007)
University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario, Canada
Master of Science in Surgery with Thesis (2017)
Medical School
Stanford University
Stanford, CA
Doctor of Medicine (2011)
Postgraduate Training
Adult Reconstruction Fellowship (2017)
University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario, Canada
Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
Johns Hopkins University (2016)
Baltimore, MD
CERTIFICATIONS
Board Eligible
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS
Northside Hospital – Cherokee
Pinnacle Surgery Center – Woodstock
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Dr. P also did my right knee replacement which was May 18 2021. He did a great job on both replacements. He takes care of his patients. I highly recommend him.
Very kind and courteous respectful I totally felt like I was well informed and my care was fabulous.
Terrific Doctor with a caring personality plus will listen.
I have been trapped in my chair going on
Always listens and is very caring, answers any questions.
Very understanding of your situation
He’s amazing! This is my second knee replacement and I could not be any happier!
Great care as usual.
Took his time explaining where I am medically and made sound recommendations.
He is a great doctor with a wonderful team.