About
Dr Gandhi Nathan Solayar
MB ChB BAO (HONS-Trinity, IRE), BA (Trinity, IRE), MRCSI (IRE), Dip Sports & Exercise Med (UK), Dip SICOT (BELG), MCh (IRE), AM (MAL), FRCSI (Trauma & Orthopaedics)
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
(Sports Surgery & Arthroplasty)
Dr Gandhi Nathan Solayar (FRCSI Tr & Orth) is an experienced orthopaedic surgeon with over 20 years of expertise in the treatment of a wide range of bone and joint conditions. An honours graduate of Trinity College Dublin, he is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and has completed multiple subspecialty fellowships in knee, shoulder, and hip surgery in Ireland and Australia.
He previously served as Associate Professor and Head of Department of Orthopaedics at International Medical University (IMU), as well as Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (Sports Surgery & Arthroplasty) at Hospital Tuanku Ja’afar, Seremban. He also served as President of the Malaysian Orthopaedic Association from 2025 to 2026.
Dr Gandhi has a particular interest in sports injuries, minimally invasive surgery, and joint replacement surgery of the knee, hip, and shoulder. His approach focuses on restoring function, reducing pain, and helping patients return to an active and independent lifestyle as safely and efficiently as possible.
Awards & Recognition
- AOSSM Travelling Fellowship (United States)
- Best Free Paper Oral Presentation (ACL Study), Malaysian Arthroscopic Society
- Multiple International Fellowship Grants (Ireland & Australia)
- Graduated with Honours, Trinity College Dublin
Professional Affiliations (Malaysia)
- President (2025–2026), Malaysian Orthopaedic Association (MOA)
- Committee Member & Ambassador, Malaysian Society of Hip & Knee Surgery (MSHKS)
- Member, Academy of Medicine Malaysia (AM)
- Life Member, Malaysian Arthroscopy Society (MAS)
- Life Member, Malaysian Medical Association (MMA)
- Life Member, Medico-Legal Society of Malaysia (MLSM)
Professional Affiliations (International)
- Fellow & Examiner, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)
- Examiner & Committee Member, Société Internationale de Chirurgie Orthopédique et de Traumatologie (SICOT)
- Sports & Shoulder Surgery Fellowship (Galway University Hospitals – IRELAND)
- Arthroscopic & Arthroplasty (Hip & Knee Surgery) Fellowship (Sports Surgery Clinic – IRELAND)
- Knee Surgery & Joint Reconstruction Fellowship (Sydney Knee Specialist – AUSTRALIA)
A Commitment to Restoring Movement
For Dr Gandhi Nathan Solayar, orthopaedic surgery is about more than treating injuries — it is about helping patients regain mobility, confidence and quality of life. He finds fulfillment in guiding patients through recovery, from managing pain and injury to restoring function and independence.
With a strong focus on sports injuries and joint conditions, he emphasises early diagnosis, effective treatment and structured rehabilitation. His goal is to help patients return safely to their daily activities, whether it is work, sports or simply moving without discomfort.
He believes that good outcomes come from clear communication, patient understanding and a well-planned recovery process — ensuring every patient feels supported at every stage of their journey.
How He Works With Patients
- Providing a clear and structured consultation with accurate diagnosis
- Listening carefully to understand each patient’s condition, concerns and goals
- Explaining conditions and treatment options in a simple and understandable way
- Recommending the least invasive and most effective treatment when possible
- Guiding patients through surgery, rehabilitation and full recovery
Special Interest: Sports Injuries & Joint Care
Dr Gandhi Nathan Solayar has a strong focus on treating orthopaedic conditions affecting movement and function, providing comprehensive and individualised care to support recovery and long-term outcomes. His areas of interest include:
- Knee injuries (ACL tears, meniscus injuries, cartilage damage)
- Shoulder conditions (rotator cuff injuries, impingement, frozen shoulder)
- Hip and knee arthritis
- Sports-related injuries and trauma
- Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery
- Joint replacement (hip and knee, including MAKO robotic-assisted surgery)