Dr. Shibu Varghese

Dr. Shibu Varghese is a specialist orthopedic and sports medicine surgeon with 15 years of clinical experience. He trained in India (MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi University and MS in Orthopedics from NTR University), South Africa (Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine Fellowship from University of Cape Town), and Germany (Joint Replacement Fellowship). He combines deep expertise in general orthopedic surgery with specialized knowledge in sports injury management, anti-doping protocols, joint reconstruction, and arthroscopic techniques.

Dr. Varghese treats a wide range of joint and sports-related conditions using both traditional and advanced regenerative approaches. His clinical toolkit includes arthroscopic surgery across all major joints (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle), ligament reconstruction, cartilage resurfacing, meniscal transplantation, Achilles tendon repair, and stem cell or platelet-rich plasma therapy. He has particular depth in patellar (kneecap) instability and complex knee ligament revision cases.

He is an accomplished sports medicine physician with a track record working alongside elite athletes and professional teams. Dr. Varghese has served as medical officer for the Indian Super League, Cape Cobras Cricket, Kerala Blasters Football Club, and major international events including UFC 242 in Abu Dhabi and the Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua heavyweight boxing rematch. He currently holds leadership roles as Chief Medical Officer of Abu Dhabi Saracens Rugby Club, medical committee member of the UAE Rugby Federation, anti-doping officer for the Asian Football Confederation and FIFA, and classifier for the Badminton World Federation. A good fit if you need expert joint surgery, sports injury management, or regenerative orthopedic treatment from a physician deeply embedded in international sports medicine.