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Paul Singh Khanuja

Paul Singh Khanuja, MD

Orthopedic SurgeryHip and Knee Orthopedic Surgery

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • Punjabi
  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Paul Singh Khanuja

Professional Titles

  • Chief, Adult Reconstruction - Hip and Knee Replacement
  • Chief, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins Bayview

Primary Academic Title

Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Harpal "Paul" Khanuja, M.D., is an associate professor of orthopaedic surgery at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Khanuja serves as the director of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Johns Hopkins Bayview and the director of adult reconstruction, hip and knee replacement surgery for The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

Dr. Khanuja sees and treats adults with disorders of the hip and knee. He specializes in joint replacement surgery, including total hip replacement and total knee replacement. He also offers minimally invasive hip and knee replacement, including anterior hip replacement. He coordinates the integration of best practices for joint replacement. His clinical focus is on improved post-operative recovery and decreased pain. Dr. Khanuja also specializes in complex surgeries, joint replacement revisions and outpatient joint replacement.

Dr. Khanuja holds research interests in cartilage repair, osteonecrosis, computer-assisted surgery patient safety and new technologies in joint replacement.

Dr. Khanuja is past president of the Maryland Orthopaedic Association and a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. He co-founded Operation Walk Maryland, a volunteer medical service organization that provides free surgical treatment for patients in developing countries and in the United States.

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Research Interests

Cartilage repair, Computer-assisted surgery, Joint replacement technologies, Osteonecrosis, Patient safety

Research Summary

Dr. Khanuja’s areas of research include patient safety and new technologies in joint replacements. His goal is to further the understanding of orthopedic hip and knee pathology to improve techniques and patient outcomes.

Selected Publications

  • Khanuja HS, Banerjee S, Sodhi GS, Mont MA. Do Prior Intra-Articular Corticosteroid Injections or Time of Administration Increase the Risks of Subsequent Periprosthetic Joint Infections after Total Knee Arthroplasty? J Long Term Eff Med Implants. 2016;26(3):191-197. doi: 10.1615/JLongTermEffMedImplants.2016014045. PMID: 28134600

  • Banerjee S, Hamilton WG, Khanuja HS, Roberts JT. Outpatient Lower Extremity Total Joint Arthroplasty: Where Are We Heading Orthopedics. 2017 Mar 1;40(2):72-75. doi: 10.3928/01477447-20170302-02. PMID: 28339000

  • Kane I, Naseer ZA, Jones LC, Khanuja HS, Sterling RS. Safety of tranexamic acid: Are any precautions needed? Tech Orthop. 2017;32(1):28-33

  • Llado RJ, Banerjee S, Khanuja HS. Smooth Pins Reinforcing Static Cement Spacers for Infected Total Knee Arthroplasty Are Not Safe. Orthopedics. 2016 May 1;39(3):e553-7. doi: 10.3928/01477447-20160324-05. Epub 2016 Apr 5. PMID: 27045481

  • Naseer ZA, Bachabi M, Jones LC, Sterling RS, Khanuja HS. Osteonecrosis in Sickle Cell Disease. South Med J. 2016 Sep;109(9):525-30. doi: 10.14423/SMJ.0000000000000516. PMID: 27598354

Honors

  • Inaugural Humanitarian Award, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, 1/1/14
  • John N. Insall Travelling Fellowship, The Knee Society, 1/1/06

Memberships

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons

Professional Activities

  • Maryland Orthopaedic Association, Past president
  • Operation Walk, Founder

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
  2. The Johns Hopkins Hospital

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Albany Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2000
  • Medical Education: Albany Medical College, MD, 1995

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2003

Insurance

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  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthSmart/Accel
  • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
  • MultiPlan
  • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
  • Point Comfort Underwriters
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

360 ratings, 137 reviews

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Overall Rating by Patient
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Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Dr Khanuja is the most professional, responsive and kind doctor. I have been under his care for 8 years and have no complaints. My 3 joints he replaced are doing fabulously thanks to the doctor and his team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Great service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    As far as I'm concerned, he is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Dr. Khanuja is patient, kind, thoughtful, helpful. He will be sorely missed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Dr Khanuja is an excellent surgeon. I feel fortunate to be his patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Very professional and courteous

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    Very personable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    I highly recommend Dr. Khanuja

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    Very good. Professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    Dr Khanuja really listened to my problem, gave a very thorough exam and gave me a plan to help me which included physical therapy

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    Excellent job.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    Doctor Khanuja is better than OUTSTANDING HE IS MARVELOUS and I truly regret he is leaving before he can preform my other knee surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Thrilled with outcome at this time, however, I know I have a long recovery ahead.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    Excellent physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    My provider is the very best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    You are losing a wonderful doctor both in skill and patient relationships.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    Very professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    Wish he were staying at hopkins

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Friendly, knowledgeable, knew there job.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    I'm going to miss him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Excellent visit. Dr Khanuja was very clear in his exam and explanations of my condition. I would strongly recommend him to friends and family.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Have used him before and he was the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Dr Khanuja is an excellent surgeon AND his patient care is outstanding. I really appreciate both of these characteristics.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    Good doctor! Hate to see him leave!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    As a surgeon, the best. But convenient office visits and keeping them on time were terrible.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Everyone is doing good job! I appreciate them and how they took care of me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    He is Awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Best ever

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Dr Khanuja is thee best Orthopedic Dr in the area. Twelve yrs ago I needed a hip replacement. Did my research and found he was the best on the East Coast. So I got both hips done, felt like a new person afterwards. So sorry for John Hopkins loosing one of its best Drs. I will follow Dr. Khanuja to the ends of this earth. Sounds like a road trip next time. Hopkins lost

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    He is a true gift to the medical community

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Heartbroken because Dr Khanuja is leaving Hopkins

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    The best provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Dr. Harpal Singh Khanuja is an excellent Dr!!!He shows he truly cares about you as not only aspatient, but as a person!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    The greatest he is my angels.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Dr Harpal Khanuja is so professional and caring. I would not go to any other surgeon for my hip replacement. He is always concerned about my pain and takes extraordinary steps to assist. Always takes time to listen to your concerns very companionate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Great provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    This is the 2nd knee replacement I'm having Dr Khanuja do for me, both at my request. I think he is a GREAT doctor and a man of Excellent character and I very much appreciate him!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Always open, kind, compassionate and speaks in layman's terms.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Dr. Khanuja is exceptional. Very knowledgable and very attentive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Professional and knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Everyone was very nice and very helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    I waited several months for this appointment and very glad I did.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Dr. Khanuja is an amazing doctor/surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    My provider and his resident were wonderful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Very pleased with the care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2025

    I regarded the provider with knowledge and awareness of my issue

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    He was excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    Awesome

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    While he is an excellent surgeon I always like my visits to be more personable and it's hard to do that when you are running over 2 hours behind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Dr. Was the Best surgeon and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    He was approachable, caring, and explained things in a way we could easily understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Very comforting and answered all my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Patient and genuinely concerned about my condition, outcome and questions I had about procedure and long-term care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Dr.Khanuja was very informative about what was going to take place with my surgery.He was also very compassionate to be. Even though Tuesday was the first time I met him I was really impressed with him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    He is cool and great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Excellent surgical and personal interaction skills

    1 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dismissive RudeDid not listen and literally backed out of the room as I was asking questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Absolutely excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr. Khanuja is excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    I am back for a 3rd joint replacement with Dr Khanuja. Wouldn't see anyone else else. Recommend him all the time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Very professional very compassionate. Explains things so you understand & does not rush you. Truly listens to what you have to say.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    My physician is outstanding! I have provided several referrals to his practice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Dr. Khanuja has a warm bedside manner and is easy to talk to. He listens.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    PHYSICIAN WAS VERY PLEASANT AND ACCOMMODATING. LISTENED TO MY CONCERNS AND UNDERSTOOD THEM. HIS RECOMMENDATIONS WERE APPROPRIATE AND MEDICATION PRESCRIBED HAS BEEN HELPFUL RELEIVING MY PAIN.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Excellent Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Very caring and concern Provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Dr. Khanuja is excellent in helping me to understand my condition and evaluating my options.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    He was very thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    He's the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    My surgeon is a very good listener!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Excellent visit

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    The appointment time was set up that AM by phone because Dr. Khanuja had messaged me the Thursday night before asking me if I could come in Tuesday AM to have fluid drawn from my knee that had been replaced on February 24, 2025. His appointment people set up the appointment at 11:40 AM at White Marsh. I was ushered into an exam room at 11:50 AM. About 12:30 I stepped outside to see if I had been forgotten. Dr. Khanuja was at the counter working on his computer and indicated he would see me as soon as he could.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    This was my third procedure with Khanuja. Each time he has always been professional, caring, and informative. I am very lucky to have been able to have him as a provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Excellent On everything

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr. Khanuja is, in my opinion, excellent. I want no one else working on my hips. In fact, I am sending my father to see him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr. Harpal Khanuja and [staff] provided great and compassionate care. Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    One of the best specialists I've ever had, Dr. Khanuja is very careful to explain in detail all aspects of the procedure and, in the instant case, the healing process. He answers questions thoroughly and patiently. He is empathetic and kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr. Khanuja is a good listener and seems conservative in his recommendations about treatment and/or surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Calm, great listener, informative

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    He was kind and very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    He is an excellent doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Dr Khanuja is an excellent physician and always spends enough time with his patients. This sometimes makes him late to his appointments but I am happy to wait until he is ready to see me. His interns studying with him come in firs to gain information about how I am doing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Very caring. Explained everything to me.Took his time explaining what was wrong and what his plan was with me.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Too long a wait for emergency injuries

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Excellent and informative postop visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    I think Dr. Khanuja is very good and made me feel comfortable both prior to surgery and after the surgery

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Dr Khanuja is great, attentive and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Very helpful and very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Dr. Khanuja provided me and my companion the best possible outcome for my upcoming surgery. He was professional in his delivery and discussed all facets of the operation good and bad. My operation went very well and I am pleased beyond belief on the outcome. My rehabilitation will start soon and I hope it will be as great as the surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    My surgeon was extremely nice and helpful and went over everything with us.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    He is an amazing doctor and surgeon! Very personable! Incredible doctor and person!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Dr Khanuja is the BEST,

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    Dr. Khanuja is a wonderful surgeon. He performed a total hip replacement for me about six years ago, and my hip has been pain free since the surgery.Dr. Khanuja cares about his patients and has a great bedside mannerjust the right balance of professionalism and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    Dr Khanuja is simply the best at what he does. He is brilliant,kind, thoughtful and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    He replaced my mother's knees more than twenty years ago. He was the first doctor came to mind when I begin to have knee problem

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    He cares about his patients

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Very thorough and knowledgeable and explains the treatment plan well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Very professional and nice

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Consistently excellent with kind demeanor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    I have found Dr. Khanuja as one of the best physicians I have had the pleasure of seeing. He is a man of integrity and is knowledgable about his practice. I have severe arthritis, and he has been instrumental in charting my course in order to find solutions. He is an invaluable resource for me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Best doctor ever had

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Extremely professional and respectful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    This visit was for surgery follow up and Dr. Khanuja answered my question and addressed my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    He introduced himself and put me at ease

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/3/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    I felt heard and felt that good medical care was given to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    I really appreciated the time the physician spent with me, the thoroughness of the exam and the time he spent addressing my questions and concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Very kind and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Excellent explanations Reassuring personality

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Harpal Khanuja saw me for a follow up and assisted me with some pain relief and offered advice to prolong hip replacement for a while. He is always so caring and takes his time to explain the procedures and discuss a strategy going forward.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Dr. Khanuja is attentive and skilled.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Dr Khanuja is a very caring and patient person.I always feel very comfortable with him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Was very concerned about my progress and how l was doing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    I admire and I'm grateful for Dr. Khanuja

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Great manner, great surgeon

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    He was very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Absolutely the best

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    This visit was fine and Dr Khanuja is fantastic but usually the scheduling and wait is horrendous.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    He is so helpful and professional. I switched from a MedStar doctor to him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    As an international patient, I found the care of Dr. Khanuja and whole surgical experience excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    It's always a pleasure to deal with Dr. Khanuja.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    Very nice to talk to and explained things

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    Excellent professional care at every level.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    Dr Khanuja has Always taken time and talked through any issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Excellent review of recent surgery

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Provider is very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    I Really like him he is very knowledgeable and has great bedside manner!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2025

    He's the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2025

    Best