Orthopaedics • Sports Medicine • Arthroscopy

From Pain to Performance

We get you back in the game, stronger.

Dr. Dhaval Patel is an Orthopaedics Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy and Joint Preservation Surgeon with M.S. Orthopaedics, FAAOS(USA), FAANA(USA), and FAOSSM(USA) credentials. With 8+ years of experience in the USA, 15+ years of total experience, and 5000+ patients treated, he has worked with international, Olympic, and national level athletes across demanding performance journeys.

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Dr. Dhaval Patel sports medicine and arthroscopy surgeon in Ahmedabad
Dr. Dhaval Patel M.S. Orthopaedics | FAAOS | FAANA | FAOSSM
Dr. Dhaval Patel orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon at Olympian Hospital Ahmedabad
5000+ Patients Successfully Treated

About the Doctor

Dr. Dhaval Patel

M.S. Orthopaedics | FAAOS (USA) | FAANA (USA) | FAOSSM (USA)

Orthopaedics Sports Medicine Surgeon Arthroscopy Surgeon Orthopaedic Joint Preservation Surgeon

Dr. Dhaval Patel brings advanced sports medicine and arthroscopy training shaped by fellowships at Baylor College of Medicine, University of Louisville, University of Cincinnati, and Thomas Jefferson University. He has practiced for 8+ years in the USA and brings 15+ years of total orthopaedic experience to athletes and active patients. In 2024, he returned to Ahmedabad to found and direct Olympian Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Hospital. His clinical work includes successful treatment of 5000+ patients and care for international, Olympic, national, college, and school level athletes.

Trained in 4 US fellowship programs
Treated Olympic & international athletes
8+ years practicing in the USA
5000+ successful patient treatments
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Journey & Credentials

Education & Career Timeline

A journey of excellence across India and the United States

2002 - 2008

MBBS

B.J. Medical College, Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad

2010 - 2013

MS Orthopaedics

NHL Municipal Medical College, VS General Hospital, Ahmedabad

2014 - 2015

Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopaedics

GMERS Medical College, Gandhinagar

2015 - 2016

Clinical Fellowship

Texas Children's Hospital, Baylor College of Medicine, Texas, USA

2016 - 2017

Clinical Fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery & Joint Reconstruction

University of Louisville College of Medicine, Kentucky, USA

1-year program

2017 - 2018

Clinical Fellowship in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy Surgery

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Ohio, USA

1-year program

2019 - 2020

Clinical Fellowship in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy Surgery

Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, USA

1-year program

2020 - 2023

Consultant Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy & Joint Preservation Surgeon

Doctors Hospital of Laredo, Universal Health Services, USA

3 years

2024 - Present Present

Consultant & Director, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy & Joint Preservation Surgery

Olympian Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Hospital, Ahmedabad

Recognitions & Fellowships Across the USA

Dr. Dhaval Patel USA fellowship recognition in orthopaedic sports medicine
Orthopaedic arthroscopy fellowship achievement for Dr. Dhaval Patel in the USA
Sports medicine fellowship recognition connected to Dr. Dhaval Patel training

Field-Side Experience

Sports Coverage Experience

Trusted as team physician across Division I, II, III collegiate and professional sports programs in the USA

2017 - 2018 season

Team Doctor

ATP Masters 1000 Cincinnati (Western & Southern Open)

2017 - 2018

Assistant Team Physician

Division I University of Cincinnati Athletics

Football, Men's Basketball
2017 - 2018

Assistant Team Physician

FC Cincinnati (Professional Soccer)

2019 - 2020 season

Team Doctor

USA National & Olympic Soccer Women's Team

2017 - 2018

Team Physician

University of Cincinnati Athletics

Men's Baseball, Men's Soccer, Women's Volleyball, Women's Lacrosse, Women's Basketball
2017 - 2018

Team Physician

Purcell Marian High School Football

2019 - 2020

Assistant Team Physician

Division II West Chester University, PA

2019 - 2020

Assistant Team Physician

Division III Rowan University

2019 - 2020

Team Physician

Morrisville High School, PA

2019 - 2020

Team Physician

Bristol High School, PA

10+ Team Physician Roles
Division I, II & III Programs
3 Levels College, High School & Pro Level Coverage
National & Pro Tour Level Coverage

What We Treat

Our Specialties

Advanced, precise care across the full spectrum of sports orthopaedics

Sports Injury Management

Fast diagnosis, focused return plans.

Rotator Cuff Repair & Instability Management

Stable shoulders, confident movement.

Cartilage Repair & Restoration

Protecting joints for long-term performance.

Labral Repair

Precision repair for joint stability.

Joint Preservation

Conserving motion, delaying replacement.

Arthroscopic Surgery

Minimally invasive, highly targeted care.

Meniscus Repair & Ligament Reconstruction

Restoring knee strength and control.

Shoulder Reconstruction

Rebuilding function with surgical precision.

Trusted By Champions

Famous Athletes Treated

From Olympic podiums to professional leagues — athletes trust us with their comeback

Jordan Thompson volleyball player treated by Dr. Dhaval Patel
Volleyball Player

Jordan Thompson

  • Gold Medal, 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics
  • Silver Medal, 2024 Paris Summer Olympics
  • Professional Team: United States Women's National Volleyball Team & LOVB Pro Team (LOVB Houston)
Carli Lloyd soccer football player treated by Dr. Dhaval Patel
Soccer (Football) Player

Carli Lloyd

  • Gold Medal, 2008 & 2012 Summer Olympics
  • Bronze Medal, 2020 Summer Olympics
  • Four-time Olympian: 2008, 2012, 2016 & 2021
  • FIFA Women's World Cup Champion: 2015 & 2019
  • Two-time FIFA Player of the Year: 2015 & 2016
Gary Clark basketball player treated by Dr. Dhaval Patel
Basketball Player

Gary Clark

  • American Athletic Conference Player of the Year, 2017–18 season
  • Professional Team: NBA — Houston Rockets, Orlando Magic, Denver Nuggets, Philadelphia 76ers, New Orleans Pelicans
Himansh Dahiya table tennis player treated by Dr. Dhaval Patel
Table Tennis Player

Himansh Dahiya

  • Gujarat State Under-19 No. 4 Ranked

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