Chetan S. Deshpande, M.D.

Chetan S. Deshpande, M.D., is board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and specializes in orthopaedic trauma, joint replacement, anterior hip replacement, and general orthopaedics.

He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College after double-majoring in Marine Biology and Secondary Education at Boston University. Dr. Deshpande completed his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in orthopaedic trauma at the Georgia Orthopaedic Trauma Institute in Macon, Georgia.

Since entering practice, Dr. Deshpande has been actively involved in orthopaedic education, leadership, and research. He has lectured at orthopaedic conferences nationwide since 2006, authored several peer-reviewed publications, and was nominated for Physician of the Year in May 2013.

Dr. Deshpande has played a significant role in advancing regional orthopaedic trauma care, helping to establish the Orthopaedic Trauma Service at Memorial Hospital and previously serving as Medical Director of the operating room. He has also served as Chairman for the AO Operating Room Personnel Course in Savannah. In addition to his medical career, he has devoted many years to community service with local fire departments in roles including captain, driver, and lieutenant.

Outside of work, Dr. Deshpande enjoys fishing, carpentry, cooking, camping, performance driving, and gardening.