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Live Surgery Symposium September 2022
The Department of Orthopaedics in association with the Pimpri Chinchwad Orthopaedic Association, Organised a live surgery symposium to enhance the Surgical Skills and to provide live surgical exposure to all delegates.
The workshop was conducted successfully in association with PCOA on 25th September, 2022 at the Auditorium and Live surgery taking place in the Operation Theatre.
This was enthusiastically attended by 118 Delegates and renowned Faculties from all over Maharashtra, like Dr. Pradeep Kothadia, Dr. Vijay Kakatkar, Dr. Sampat Dhumbre Patil, Dr. Sham Shinde and Dr. S. Prasanth.
The Occasion was graced and Inaugurated by Dr. J.S. Bhawalkar, Dean of Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Pune and Dr. P. Vatsalaswamy , Director Of IQAC and Academics, and various Stalwarts
The delegation feedback resounded of excellence in both practical and academic aspects.
Dr. Rahul Salunkhe successfully executed the responsibilities of Joint organizing secretary in the Live Surgery Symposium conducted on 25th September 2022
INTEGRATED TEACHING PROGRAMME FOR PG STUDENTS
The Department of Orthopaedics in association with the Department of Paediatrics and Department of Microbiology , Organised an Integrated PG Teaching Program to enhance the Theoretical and Practical knowledge of all PG Students Of DPU,Pune.
The Topic was Septic Arthritis and Chronic Osteomyelitis in Children . The Residents prepared very informative presentations , giving insights into the etiology, pathology, management and resistance and various other aspects.
This was enthusiastically attended by all respected department faculties and PG residents. It was attended by 90 candidates collectively with faculty.
The feedback resounded of excellence in both practical and academic aspects.
GUEST LECTURE ON RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Guest Lecture on Research Methodology was organized at the Department of Orthopaedic, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Pimpri, Pune -18. By Dr. Kiran Chowan on 6th Sept. 2023.
It was a detailed and informative 1 Hrs session focusing on in depth points of making a research paper in a systematic way. The guest lecture was a success with active participation from faculty and Residents.
WORLD OSTEOPOROSIS DAY 2023
20th October 2023 our department had organised “World Osteoporosis Day 2023” Celebrations
The events were as follows-
- Free BMD Camp was organised from 9AM to 5PM in Ortho OPD and a total of 92 patients were screened, counseled regarding Prevention of Osteoporosis.
- Guest lecture was taken by a renowned Orthopaedic surgeon Shailesh Ratnaparkhi Sir at 11:30AM on Treatment and Prevention of Osteoporosis in MEU hall was attended by 30 delegates.
- Poster Competition was organised and many students actively participated in this event.
- 1st Prize – Priyal Dhelawat
- 2nd Prize – JR I Orthopaedics Department
- PG Quiz competition took place in MEU hall from 2-3PM.
- 1st Prize- Dr. Shubhankar Chopra and Dr. Selvi Khajanchi
- 2nd Prize- Dr. Talha Mohammad and Dr. Raj Kamble
Poster Competition
1st prize
2nd prize
PG Quiz competition
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2nd prize
CLUB FOOT GET – TOGETHER – (Department Activity)
On Sunday, 25th August, 2024, the department of orthopaedics along with Dr. Sameer Desai, a well-renowned pediatric orthopaedic surgeon celebrated Club Foot Get-Together.
The total number of attendees was more than 100 Treated patients and parents.
Children who have completed 4 years of treatment were given certificates and medals by our very own dean, Dr. J. S. Bhawalkar sir and Dy. Registrar, Mrs. Annie Francis madam.
1st PG Clinic by Pimpri Chinchwad Orthopaedic Association (PCOA)
Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre Pimpri, Pune, organized an initiative specially designed for PG residents on 8th September 2024 from 10 am to 1 pm in collaboration with PCOA.
The PG training program had eminent orthopedic faculty and residents from various medical colleges in and around Pune in huge numbers.
The PG training program was chaired by Dr. Shambhoo Singh and Dr. Amit Swami. The program consisted of long and short case presentations by residents and discussion, which helped in the exchange of knowledge.
PG Clinic Meeting 2025
The Orthopaedic Department held a PG Clinic on 16th February, 2025, Sunday, from 9 am onwards with remarkable success, involving 45 enthusiastic PG students. The event was graced by esteemed stalwarts like Dr. Sampat Dumbre Patil, Dr. Santosh Borkar, Dr. Amit Mahajan, and Dr. Rahul Salunkhe, who provided invaluable guidance on case-taking, clinical evaluation, and effective case presentation.
A heartfelt thank you to our distinguished faculty, the dedicated PG Clinic Committee, our EC members, and the attendees of PCOA, whose contributions made this event truly impactful. Your support and enthusiasm continue to drive excellence in orthopedic education!
Special thanks to Dr. Rahul Salunkhe and Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College for providing an excellent venue and arrangements.
- Rahul Salunkhe (Prof & HOD) :-
In a rare and puzzling case at a private hospital in Pune, a 23-year-old woman presented with a femur fracture—the strongest bone in the body—after merely getting out of bed. Initial assessments ruled out trauma, prompting doctors to investigate further. Tests revealed that the woman suffered from a rare metabolic disorder caused by abnormally high levels of parathormone, a hormone that regulates calcium levels in the body.
The excess parathormone had severely depleted calcium from her bones, making them brittle and prone to fractures. Further imaging and nuclear scans revealed an ectopic parathyroid adenoma, a rare tumor located in her chest rather than the neck. The tumor, embedded in the thymus gland near the heart, was producing the excess hormone.
Dr. Samir Gupta, head of surgical oncology, successfully removed the tumor through video-assisted thoracoscopic (keyhole) surgery. The patient recovered well post-surgery and was prescribed calcium and vitamin D supplementation, with her condition being closely monitored.
Doctors emphasized the importance of investigating unexplained fractures, especially in young patients, as they may point to serious underlying health conditions that require timely diagnosis and treatment.
Such fractures in young people may not only be indicative of underlying systemic
diseases or bone pathology, but also demand timely intervention to restore function and prevent complications.
