Top Orthopedicians from country meet in GMC Doda

Leading doctors at the conference in GMC Doda on Saturday.
Leading doctors at the conference in GMC Doda on Saturday.

Discuss core, basic issues

Excelsior Correspondent

DODA, May 18: The prestigious “Core Orthopaedics: Revisiting the Basics” conference organised by Department of Orthopaedics, Govt Medical College Doda attracted an impressive assembly of renowned figures from the Indian Orthopaedic Association. Held at the Tilligarh Resort Bhaderwah the event underscored the enduring importance of foundational principles in orthopaedics amidst rapidly advancing medical technologies.
This conference featured an array of distinguished speakers, including Dr. Ram Chaddha, President of the Indian Orthopaedic Association and consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Leelawati Hospital Mumbai,, Dr. J Dheenadhayalan, Head Trauma Services Ganga Hospital Coimbatore, Past President Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association Dr. Rakesh Rajput Predident AOPAS, Director and HoD Orthopaedics CMRI Hospital Kolkata, Dr. Davinder Singh, Director Sports Injury Centre,Safdarjung hospital, Dr. Neeraj Gupta,Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon Maxx and Motherhood Hospital New Delhi, Dr. Sanjeev Gupta,President JKOA and HoD Orthopaedic GMC Jammu, Dr. Altaf Kawoosa HoD Orthopaedics GMC Srinagar, Dr. Abdul Ghani Prof and HOU Department of Orthopaedics GMC Jammu, Dr. Shabir Dhar, Professor Department Of Orthopaedic SKIMS, Dr Rajinder Singh, Ex HoD Department of Orthopaedics GMC Jammu and Dr. Farooq Bhat, Consultant GMC Jammu .
Their collective expertise provided attendees with invaluable insights into the fundamental techniques and innovative approaches shaping the future of orthopaedic medicine.
Dr. Ram Chaddha, in his keynote address, emphasized the significance of revisiting the basics. “While we must embrace innovation, our commitment to foundational orthopaedic principles ensures that we continue to provide the highest standard of care to our patients. This conference serves as a vital reminder of that balance,” he stated.
The Organising Secretaries Dr. Khalid Muzaffar and Dr. Arpan Bijyal thanked the dignitaries for taking out their precious time from their busy schedules to honor this conference.
The event also featured interactive workshops, panel discussions, and case study reviews, allowing participants to engage directly with the latest research and clinical practices.
Attendees had the opportunity to network with peers, share knowledge, and discuss the future direction of orthopaedic practice. The conference reaffirmed the community’s dedication to continuous learning and collaboration, essential for advancing patient care.