Sanjai Shukla, MD

Specialties: Minimally Invasive Hip & Knee Replacement, & Computer Navigated Joint Replacement

Fellowship: Adult Reconstructive Surgery—Rush University Medical Center

Residency: Rush University Medical Center

Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine

Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

A native Nevadan and proud graduate of Galena High School, Dr. Shukla received his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. His orthopedic residency and a fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Surgery were completed at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois.

Dr. Shukla specializes in minimally invasive hip and knee replacements, as well as, revision joint replacements and computer navigated joint replacements.

Dr. Shukla is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). He has published award winning research in the field of orthopedic surgery. Dr. Shukla has been with the Reno Orthopedic Clinic since September 2016 and is the Director of the Total Joint Program for Renown Health System.

Patient Testimonials

Excellent experience

Outstanding, professional and explained everything. Excellent experience. Dr. Shukla made me feel comfortable and was very concerned with my health. I would recommend Dr. Shukla to anyone.

Thank you

I have been afraid for a long time to have knee surgery. I really like Dr. Shukla, I feel so comfortable with him doing my surgery. Thank you.

Better and faster with way less pain

I had a total left knee replacement on Wednesday, December 11th and walked out of the hospital 24 hours later. I’d had a right knee replacement 6+ years ago but this one, performed by Dr. Shukla, was way better. I walked better and faster and with way less pain. My opioid use consisted of 5 OxyContin and 12 tramadol. Physically I am at the very least 10 days ahead of my previous knee surgery. Dr. Shukla is easy to talk with, spends time ensuring you understand the procedure and the ROC staff have been helpful.

Kind, compassionate

Dr. Shukla replaced both of my hips within a year. I have dysplasia, so it wasn’t an easy job. I came out with even leg length for the first time in my life. Now I can walk, hike, do yoga, cross country ski, and dance again! I have no pain and am stronger and more balanced than I was before. It is truly a miracle. He is kind, compassionate, and honest. His assistant, Davis is excellent and does remarkable plastic surgery stitching! The PTs at Reno Orthopedic Clinic were also awesome!

So impressed

So impressed with Dr. Shukla. He took time to make sure all my concerns were covered. He had also thoroughly reviewed my charts ahead of time and knew about my pre-existing conditions ahead of time. It was obvious he had done his homework so he could make good recommendations moving forward. So confident with his care. I really felt like a person getting care in his office. Thank you!!!

View Dr. Sanjai Shukla's Publications & Presentations

Publications

Shukla, SK, Chen, LE, Qi, WN, Seaber, AV, Urbaniak, JR. Effects of a cell permeable inhibitor of nuclear factor kappa-B on skeletal muscle microcirculation following ischemia/reperfusion (publication pending).

Shukla, SK, Cohen, MS. Symptomatic Medial Epicondyle Nonunion: Treatment by Open Reduction and Internal Fixation with a Tension Band Construct. Accepted for publication in Journal of Shoulder Elbow Surgery; Dec. 2010

Shukla, SK, Cohen, MS. Human Bite Wounds to the Hand. Current Orthopaedic Practice, 21 (6): 556-558, Nov/Dec. 2010

Shukla, SK, Ward, JP, Jacofsky, MC, Sporer, SM, Paprosky, WG, Della Valle, CJ. Perioperative Testing for Persistent Sepsis Following Resection Arthroplasty of the Hip for Periprosthetic Infection. Journal of Arthroplasty 25 (6) Supplement pgs. 87-91; Sept. 2010 Winner of 2009 AAHKS Clinical Research Award

Shukla, SK, Cohen, MS. Scapholunate Ligament Direct Repair and Capsulodesis. Operative Techniques in Sports Medicine 18 (3) pgs. 130-133; Sept. 2010

Sah, A, Shukla, SK, Della Valle, CJ, Berger, RA, Rosenberg, AG, Paprosky, WG. Hybrid Stem Fixation in Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty: Results at a mean of 5 years. Accepted for publication in Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, August 2010

Shukla, SK, Ella Valle, CJ, Paprosky, WG. Femoral Defect Classification in Revision Total Hip Arthroplasty. Online chapter at www.totaljoint-iep.com. Published 11-19-2009

Presentations

Shukla, SK, Ward, JP, Jacofsky, MC, Sporer, SM, Paprosky, WG, Della Valle, CJ. Perioperative Testing for Persistent Sepsis Following Resection Arthroplasty of the Hip for Periprosthetic Infection. Presented at Mid-America Orthopaedic Association annual conference, Austin, TX. April 2010

Shukla, SK, Ward, JP, Jacofsky, MC, Sporer, SM, Paprosky, WG, Della Valle, CJ. Perioperative Testing for Persistent Sepsis Following Resection Arthroplasty of the Hip for Periprosthetic Infection. Presented at American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons annual conference, Dallas, TX. August 2009

Shukla, SK, Chen, LE, Qi, WN, Seaber, AV, Urbaniak, JR. Inhibition of nuclear factor kappa-B improves skeletal muscle microcirculation following ischemia/reperfusion. Poster presentation at Duke University Annual AOA day. May 2004

Shukla, SK. Effects of hyperhomocysteinemia on coronary and carotid function. Podium presentation at the American Heart Association Summer Scholar Conference, Davis, CA. August 1999

Shukla, SK, Glass, CC. Feasibility of anaerobic waste processing units. Podium presentation at Department of Energy EPSCOR scholar conference, Las Vegas, NV. August 1998

Center for Joint Replacement

Reno Orthopaedic Clinic offers joint replacement by some of the most experienced surgeons around. We offer same day surgeries that allow you to get back to a normal pain free life without having a long hospital stay.

During your time with us, we trust you will experience the orthopedic difference of excellence in joint replacement care.