Fellowship-trained in the USA (OFAC), Europe (Italy) and India. Offering advanced, evidence-based care for foot & ankle injuries, deformities, ankle arthritis, sports ligament tears, and diabetic limb salvage.
At ARTICUL8 Foot and Ankle Clinic in Erandwane, Pune, Dr. Thakkar prioritizes non-surgical treatment first, performing 4K keyhole arthroscopy, MIS bunion surgery, and Total Ankle Replacement when operative correction is required.
1st Surgeon in Pune to perform Hintermann H3 TAR
Pioneering advanced, minimally invasive orthopaedic foot and ankle solutions across Pune and Maharashtra.
Dedicated foot & ankle subspecialty clinical experience
Keyhole arthroscopy, MIS, reconstructive & trauma procedures
Subspecialty training in USA (OFAC), Italy
Practicing at Apollo, Lokmanya, KEM, Jehangir & Sahyadri
Amputation-prevention & Charcot foot limb salvage procedures
Pioneered MIS Bunion Surgery
As a dedicated foot and ankle specialist, Dr Shyam Thakkar provides comprehensive, evidence-based care tailored precisely to your condition, lifestyle, and recovery goals.
Focused subspecialty expertise purely in complex conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremity.
Customized treatment plans structured to match your specific symptoms, anatomy, occupational demands, and sporting goals.
Accurate Diagnosis → Conservative / Non-operative treatment → Advanced Surgery when required → Guided Rehabilitation & Follow-up.
Super-specialty surgical fellowships in the USA (OFAC, Ohio), Europe (Italy), and premier orthopaedic institutes in India.
4K keyhole arthroscopic repairs, minimally invasive bunion osteotomies, and modern joint preservation implants.
Tertiary referral expertise in failed prior surgeries, severe adult flatfoot, complex fractures, Charcot foot, and ankle arthritis.
The right footwear plays an essential role in managing many foot and ankle conditions. We assess your foot shape, pressure distribution, gait and specific condition to help you choose the right footwear and provide customized footwear modifications, insoles and orthotics.
Some foot and ankle conditions require more than routine orthopaedic care. Dr. Shyam Thakkar provides tertiary subspecialized evaluation for high-difficulty, revision, and deformity correction surgeries across Pune and Maharashtra.
Expert revision surgery & implant removal
Alignment & reconstructive osteotomies
Joint restoration & anatomical rigid fixation
Tendon transfer & calcaneal osteotomy
Limb salvage & reconstructive framing
Total Ankle Replacement & preservation
Anatomical Broström & InternalBrace
4K keyhole regenerative procedures
A second opinion gives clarity and confidence before undergoing surgery.
If you have ongoing pain following a previous operation or were advised complex surgery, share your MRI / X-ray reports for an objective review.
Services
Patients from Pune and across Maharashtra consult Dr Shyam Thakkar for specialized clinical and surgical treatments including keyhole arthroscopy, total ankle replacement, and diabetic foot reconstruction.
Diagnosis and treatment of ankle sprains, ligament tears, chronic instability, and sports-related foot injuries including arthroscopic reconstruction.
Keyhole procedures for cartilage injuries, ankle impingement, loose bodies, and ligament repair using small incisions for minimal scarring.
Comprehensive care for severe ankle arthritis, featuring modern implants like Hintermann H3 for pain-free natural walking motion.
Specialized non-surgical and surgical correction of painful flat foot, high-arch (Cavus) deformities, and post-injury alignment issues.
Advanced limb salvage for complex diabetic foot ulcers, Charcot neuroarthropathy, infection control, and amputation prevention.
MIS techniques for bunions (Hallux Valgus), hammer toes, heel spurs, and osteotomies through tiny pinhole incisions with early walking.
Conditions & Clinical Care
Dr Shyam Thakkar treats a wide spectrum of foot and ankle disorders with non-operative regimens and precise modern surgical interventions.
Tendon Care
Ligament Care
Heel Pain
Arch Deformity
Joint Arthritis
Toe Deformity
Limb Salvage
Trauma
Fellowship-Trained Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Specialist serving Pune, Mumbai, and Maharashtra.
Registration Verified
Reg. No: 2011/03/0609
Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Specialist & Surgeon
Dr. Shyam Thakkar is a fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Pune, with extensive experience in Foot and Ankle Reconstruction, Arthroscopic Surgery, and Limb Salvage procedures. He practices at multiple reputed hospitals across Pune, Mumbai, and Maharashtra, offering advanced, evidence-based treatment for complex foot and ankle conditions. He is widely recognized for his expertise in state-of-the-art implants, minimally invasive techniques, and modern reconstructive surgeries designed to restore mobility, reduce pain, and prevent amputation.
Pioneering surgeries & academic contributions in Maharashtra
USA (OFAC), Italy
Locations & Timings
Consultations, clinical evaluation, and follow-ups are conducted at ARTICUL8 Foot & Ankle Clinic in Erandwane, Pune, while advanced surgical procedures are performed at leading affiliated super-specialty hospitals across Pune and Maharashtra.
Testimonials
Real stories of mobility restoration, pain relief, and active lifestyles from patients treated by Dr. Shyam Thakkar across Pune.
"After a football tackle tore my ankle ligament, I had continuous giving-way episodes. Dr. Shyam Thakkar repaired it with keyhole surgery. I was back jogging in 8 weeks without pain."
"I suffered from a severe big toe bunion for 6 years. Dr. Thakkar corrected it through 2mm pinhole cuts. I walked on the second day and the scar is completely invisible."
"Severe post-traumatic ankle arthritis made walking unbearable. Rather than fusing my joint, Dr. Thakkar performed Total Ankle Replacement. I can walk fluidly without a limp."
"A severe rocker-bottom Charcot collapse threatened amputation. Dr. Thakkar reconstructed my foot with internal frame fixation. My foot is saved, ulcer-free, and stable."
Explore evidence-based answers on Achilles tendon repair, keyhole ankle arthroscopy, flat foot correction, bunion surgery, and diabetic limb salvage in Pune.
You should consult an orthopaedic foot and ankle specialist if you experience persistent pain lasting over 2 weeks, recurrent ankle twisting or instability, visible deformities (bunions, claw toes, flat feet), first-step morning heel pain, or diabetic numbness/sores on the foot.
No. More than 80% of foot and ankle conditions are successfully managed with non-operative treatments such as specialized physiotherapy, custom biomechanical orthotics, activity modifications, bracing, and targeted injections.
MIS bunion surgery realigns the big toe through 2mm to 3mm pinhole punctures under live intraoperative fluoroscopy. This avoids large open incisions, significantly reduces pain, and allows early weight bearing.
4K keyhole ankle arthroscopy uses ultra-fine fiberoptic cameras and miniature instruments inserted through 3–4mm micro-incisions to inspect and repair cartilage lesions (OCD), bone spurs (impingement), and torn ligaments without opening the entire joint.
Total Ankle Replacement (Hintermann H3) replaces the damaged joint surfaces with mobile artificial components that preserve natural up-and-down walking motion and protect neighbouring joints, whereas ankle fusion permanently welds the bones together.
Appointments & Inquiries
Patients from Pune, PCMC, Mumbai, and outstation can book consultations directly via phone or WhatsApp. Sharing previous X-rays, MRI scans, or medical history on WhatsApp prior to your visit ensures swift, well-coordinated care.
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