There are indeed very few surgeons who gain worldwide repute and peer recognition at the same time. Dr. S. D. Mehta definitely belonged to that rare cadre of men. A thorough gentleman, an exceptionally gifted surgeon and equally dedicated academician, he was liked and respected by everyone.

His scientific manuscript published in 'Clinical Orthopaedics' on the management of old unreduced Monteggia Fractures is considered a landmark article for the management of this condition. The 'S. D. Mehta's Oblique Osteotomy for the Ulna, as described in the manuscript, is still considered as the 'Gold Standard' on the basis of which many subsequent authors have designed their modifications.

He conducted a flourishing private practice in Ghatkopar and was the Chief of Orthopaedics at the Rajawadi Municipal Hospital, where he trained many residents who went on to become famous consultants in their respective sub-specialities. His legacy continues through his son, Dr. Dharit, who is a practising Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Ghatkopar.