Patient story · HRH Prince Saud bin Fahd Al Saud

Walking the same day.
In sujood three hours later.

Knee replacement with Dr. Muthana Sartawi's patented technique.

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7*Patents
3,000+Successful surgeries
13+Years of experience

* 6 granted + Doha Malrotation Method (pending)

Royal recognition

Honoured by Kuwait’s leadership

His Highness the late Amir, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad, may God rest his soul
“Dr. Sartawi’s achievement is a remarkable addition to the world of medicine and a source of pride for Kuwait.”
His Highness the late Amir, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad, may God rest his soul
The late Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (as Crown Prince)
“We take pride in the achievements of our creative sons, such as Dr. Sartawi.”
The late Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (as Crown Prince)
His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad, may God protect him
“Registering Dr. Sartawi’s invention in Kuwait’s name reflects our belief in our nation’s humanity and raises its name.”
His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad, may God protect him
His Highness the Crown Prince, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khalid, may God protect him
“Dr. Sartawi’s achievement is a remarkable addition to the world of medicine, raising the flag of our beloved nation in scientific and medical forums regionally and internationally.”
His Highness the Crown Prince, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khalid, may God protect him

His Highness the Crown Prince praised Dr. Muthana Sartawi’s medical achievements and urged him to continue them.

Seven patentsHonoured by Kuwait’s leadershipDoctor of the Year 2023Rush University fellowshipABOS · FRCSC · GMC
Dr. Muthana Sartawi with the Star Awards 2023 Visiting Doctor of the Year plaque, King’s College Hospital London
Awards & recognition

Doctor of the Year Award 2023

Dr. Muthana Sartawi received the “Visiting Doctor of the Year” award at the Star Awards 2023 of King’s College Hospital London – Dubai.

Honoured by Dr. Jamal Al-Harbi, then Minister of Health of Kuwait
Kuwait Ministry of Health

Honoured by Dr. Jamal Al-Harbi, then Minister of Health of Kuwait

Dubai Health Authority

Honoured by Dubai Health Authority

Highlighted by the Dubai Health Authority as an innovative technique for total knee replacement.

Read in Al-Anba · 4 May 2023 ↗
Custom 3D knee

The latest cutting-edge technology in knee replacement

A personalised implant designed for each patient from a CT scan of their own knee, then 3D-printed to match its size and shape.

Dr. Sartawi on the custom 3D-printed knee (in Arabic)
Dr. Sartawi explains the custom implant
Outcomes
USA · walking the day after surgery
USA · 3D knee patient, 2 weeks on
An inventor's record

Seven patents

An inventor’s record in knee and hip surgery

Dr. Muthana Sartawi operating in a sterile surgical helmet
Wall of Inventor Doctors · Kuwait Ministry of Health

Kuwait’s Ministry of Health honours Dr. Muthana Sartawi on its Wall of Inventor Doctors as the inventor of muscle- and tendon-sparing knee replacement — US patent 10,149,774 B1.

What sets us apart

Back to sujood

After traditional knee replacement, many patients can't bend the knee enough for sujood. Dr. Sartawi's technique spares the muscles and tendons, with the goal of returning patients to their prayer.

Traditional surgery

Muscle and tendon cut, limited knee bend, often praying on a chair.

Dr. Sartawi's technique

Muscle-sparing, walking the same day, full bend allowing sujood for many patients.
In sujood 4 years after both kneesPatient

Kneeling and full prostration may not be achievable or advisable for every patient; Dr. Sartawi will guide you individually.

Patient stories

Walking, praying, back to life

Patients from around the world

One patient from each country, in their own words. Tap to play with sound.

KuwaitSaud Al-Enezi — back to the gym
Saudi ArabiaMr. Mutlaq Al-Shammari — both knees
QatarYousef Al-Kuwari — former Qatar national-team player
UAEAl Mansouri — driving 2 hours after surgery
BahrainBahraini patient who compared surgeons in Switzerland
USA“It’s not hard — I haven’t walked like this in over a year.” Day 1 after surgery
United KingdomPatient from England — home the same day
ItalyMs. Valentina — no painkillers on discharge
Patient TV

Patient stories, playing one after another

● ON AIR
Featured interview · Al-Liwan · Rotana Khalijia

Dr. Muthana Sartawi on «Al-Liwan» with Abdullah Al-Mudaifer

What is knee osteoarthritis, and why is it so common in the Gulf? A clip from the episode «A Story in Medicine» (Ramadan 2022), with English subtitles.

Watch the full interview ↗

Kneeling and full prostration may not be achievable or advisable for every patient; Dr. Sartawi will guide you individually.

News & press coverage

In the news

Newspaper features, media coverage and interviews about Dr. Muthana Sartawi’s work.

Al Araby TV · «Sehhatak» with Dania Arshid (Oct 2024)
Dr. Muthana Sartawi explains his knee-resurfacing technique (segment 12:36–21:31). Original full episode on YouTube →

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Articles

Medical & educational articles

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Dr. Muthana Sartawi, consultant orthopaedic surgeon
Credentials

Dr. Muthana Sartawi

  • Seven US patents (see the patents section above)
  • Canadian and American board-certified orthopaedic surgeon (ABOS · FRCSC)
  • Adult reconstruction fellowship, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago
  • Orthopaedic residency, Dalhousie University, Canada
  • Director, Rapid Recovery Joint Replacement Centre, King's College Hospital London, Dubai
  • Former Director, OSF Joint Care Center of Excellence · former Chairman of Orthopaedics, Christie Clinic
  • Former Assistant Professor of Surgery, University of Illinois
  • Doctor of the Year 2023, King's College Hospital London, Dubai
  • 9 peer-reviewed publications
  • Member, AAHKS and AAOS · Fellow, American College of Surgeons
  • DHA licensed consultant, Dubai ↗
  • UK GMC registered (licence to practise)

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Hospitals & contact

Where to find us

The View Hospital · Doha, QatarThe View Hospital · Doha, QatarCurrent practice · Orthopaedic Surgery · Legtaifiya, Doha+974 3304 3950
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center · Illinois, USASarah Bush Lincoln Health Center · Illinois, USAVisiting surgeon+1 312 888 5611
New Mowasat Hospital · KuwaitNew Mowasat Hospital · KuwaitVisiting consultant · Orthopaedic Surgery+965 9474 7760
Riyadh Hospital · Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaRiyadh Hospital · Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaVisiting consultant · Orthopaedic Surgery+966 50 019 5859
Almana General Hospital · Dammam, Saudi ArabiaAlmana General Hospital · Dammam, Saudi ArabiaOrthopaedic Surgery+966 56 756 5526
King's College Hospital London · Dubai, UAEKing's College Hospital London · Dubai, UAEOrthopaedic Surgery+971 56 258 6172
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