Orthopedic Surgeon

An Orthopedic Surgeon evaluates musculoskeletal complaints, reviews imaging studies, performs surgical and non-surgical treatments, manages trauma and elective cases, conducts follow-up care, and coordinates rehabilitation plans for patients.

They restore function and mobility through accurate diagnosis, appropriate surgical or conservative treatment, post-operative care, and close coordination with rehabilitation professionals.

An Orthopedic Surgeon must be skilled in fracture management, joint replacement surgery, arthroscopy, trauma surgery, spine procedures, and soft tissue repair, depending on their area of specialization.

The decision is based on injury severity, patient age, functional demands, imaging findings, response to conservative therapy, and overall health condition, always prioritizing patient safety and outcomes.

Long-term success requires surgical precision, physical stamina, continuous learning, ethical practice, patient communication, adaptability to advanced surgical techniques, and teamwork.

An Orthopedic Surgeon diagnoses and treats musculoskeletal disorders through both surgical and non-surgical methods, manages trauma and degenerative conditions, performs corrective surgeries, and oversees rehabilitation and long-term patient care.

To become an Orthopedic Surgeon in India, a candidate must complete an MBBS degree followed by an MS or DNB in Orthopedics. Registration with the National Medical Commission is mandatory, and additional fellowships in subspecialties such as joint replacement, spine surgery, or sports medicine can further enhance expertise.

An Orthopedic Surgeon must possess strong surgical skills, clinical judgment, musculoskeletal anatomy knowledge, decision-making ability, physical endurance, hand-eye coordination, communication skills, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Orthopedic Surgeons may work as general orthopedic consultants, trauma surgeons, joint replacement surgeons, spine surgeons, sports medicine specialists, pediatric orthopedic surgeons, academic faculty members, or clinical researchers, depending on training and experience.

In India, an Orthopedic Surgeon typically earns between ₹15 lakh and ₹50 lakh per annum, depending on experience, subspecialization, hospital type, procedural volume, and location. Senior consultants and surgeons with high surgical workloads may earn significantly higher through private practice and procedure-based income.