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A Diploma in Orthopaedics
(D.Ortho) is a post-graduate medical course dealing with the prevention,
management, and diagnosis of musculoskeletal diseases. It educates medical
physicians on how to handle bone fractures, joint disorders, spinal
deformities, sports injuries, and other orthopedic disorders.
Orthopedics is an important
branch of medicine with increased cases of arthritis, osteoporosis, and trauma
injuries. The diploma provides physicians with hands-on surgical and
nonsurgical techniques, making them orthopedic management experts.
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Course Name |
Diploma in Orthopaedics |
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Duration |
2 years including internship |
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Eligibility |
MBBS degree + internship completion |
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Admission
Process |
Entrance Exam + Counseling |
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Course
Level |
Postgraduate Diploma |
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Average
Fees |
50,000 – 2, 00,000 per annum |
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Career
Path |
Orthopedic Surgeon, Consultant, & Sports
Medicine Specialist |
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Average
Salary |
5 – 15 LPA on the basis of experience |
To apply for a Diploma in
Orthopaedics, the applicants need to meet the following criteria:
Educational Qualification: MBBS degree from a recognized
college.
Completion of Internship: Should have undergone 1-year rotating
internship.
Registration: Needs to be registered with the Medical Council of India
(MCI) or State Medical Council.
Entrance Test: Should qualify national/state-level medical entrance
examinations.
Entrance exams are mostly used to
get admission to D.Ortho. Some of the prominent exams are:
1. National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, Postgraduate – Organized
by NBE for admission in medical PG courses.
2. Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test – For
AIIMS, JIPMER, PGIMER, etc.
3. State-level PG Medical Entrance Exams – Such as UP-PGMEET,
Karnataka PGET, TNPG, etc.
4. University-specific Exams – Some of the colleges have their own
entrance exams.
All India Institute of Medical
Sciences, New Delhi
Christian Medical College, CMC
Vellore
Armed Forces Medical College, AFMC
Pune
King George's Medical University,
KGMU Lucknow
Maulana Azad Medical College, MAMC
New Delhi
Grant Medical College Mumbai
1. Check Eligibility: Confirm that you are eligible for MBBS and
internship.
2. Register for Entrance Exam: Register for NEET PG or
state/university exams.
3. Appear for Exam: Score the cut-off marks.
4. Counseling & Seat Allotment: Attend centralized (NEET PG) or
state-level counseling.
5. Document Verification & Admission: Verify documents and
deposit fees.
Merit-Based: A few colleges are admitted on NEET PG scores.
Direct Admission: Some private colleges have management quota
seats.
Interview Round: There are one-on-one interviews held by some
institutes.
NEET PG 2025 Notice October 2024
NEET PG 2025 Exam March 2025
Result April 2025
Counseling Begins May-June 2025
College Admission Last Date
August 2025
Course Commence September 2025
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Semester
1: Basic Orthopaedics & Trauma |
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Theory Subjects |
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General Orthopaedics |
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Introduction to musculoskeletal system |
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Bone structure, healing, and pathology |
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Joint anatomy and biomechanics |
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Traumatology (Fractures & Dislocations) |
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Principles of fracture management |
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Types of fractures (open, closed, stress
fractures) |
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Dislocations and reduction techniques |
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Orthopaedic Radiology |
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X-rays, CT scans, MRI in orthopaedics |
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Interpretation of bone and joint imaging |
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Bone & Joint Infections |
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Osteomyelitis (acute & chronic) |
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Septic arthritis |
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Tuberculosis of bones and joints |
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Practical Training |
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Casting & Splinting techniques |
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Wound care & debridement |
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Basic fracture reduction methods |
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Semester
2: Advanced Trauma & Paediatric Orthopaedics |
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Theory Subjects |
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Paediatric Orthopaedics |
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Congenital deformities (Clubfoot, DDH) |
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Growth plate injuries |
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Bone tumors in children |
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Orthopaedic Trauma & Emergency Care |
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Polytrauma management |
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Pelvic and acetabular fractures |
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Compartment syndrome |
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Sports Medicine |
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Common sports injuries (ACL tear, rotator cuff
injury) |
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Rehabilitation protocols |
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Peripheral Nerve Injuries |
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Nerve compression syndromes (Carpal Tunnel,
Sciatica) |
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Brachial plexus injuries |
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Practical Training |
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Fracture fixation (Plaster, Traction, and
External Fixators) |
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Assisting in minor orthopaedic surgeries |
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Semester
3: Specialized Orthopaedics & Surgical Techniques |
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Theory Subjects |
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Spine Disorders |
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Disc herniation, spinal stenosis |
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Scoliosis & kyphosis management |
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Joint Replacement & Arthroplasty |
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Total knee & hip replacement |
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Revision surgeries |
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Hand & Foot Surgery |
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Tendon injuries |
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Diabetic foot management |
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Orthopaedic Oncology |
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Benign & malignant bone tumors |
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Limb salvage procedures |
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Practical Training |
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Assisting in major surgeries (Joint replacements,
Spine surgeries) |
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Orthopaedic OPD case discussions |
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Semester
4: Internship & Clinical Postings |
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Clinical Rotations (6 months - 1 year) |
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Orthopaedic Ward Management |
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Emergency Orthopaedic Care |
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Operation Theatre (OT) Postings |
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Rehabilitation & Physiotherapy Training |
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Research & Dissertation |
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Case study presentations |
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Research paper submission (optional) |
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Additional Training Components |
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Workshops on: |
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Arthroscopy techniques |
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Minimally invasive surgeries |
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Orthopaedic implants & prosthetics |
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Seminars & Conferences |
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National & international orthopaedic
conferences |
After completing D.Ortho,
graduates can work in:
Hospitals (Government &
Private)
Trauma Centers
Sports Clinics
Military Medical Services
Teaching & Research
Job Roles:
Orthopedic Surgeon
Consultant Orthopedist
Sports Medicine Specialist
Rehabilitation Specialist
Medical Officer
(Orthopedics)
Higher Studies:
MS (Master of Surgery) in
Orthopedics
M.Ch (Ortho) –
Super-specialization
Fellowship in Joint
Replacement/Spine Surgery
High Demand: High incidence of arthritis, fractures, and sports
injuries.
Lucrative Salary: Orthopedic surgeons are well paid in India and
overseas.
Hands-on Surgical Training: Gain experience in surgeries.
Career Growth: Opportunities in hospitals, sports medicine, and
research.
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1. Is NEET
PG compulsory for D.Ortho? |
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Yes, NEET PG marks are accepted by the majority
of colleges. Some states conduct their own exams. |
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2. What is
the salary after D.Ortho? |
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Freshers are offered 5-8 LPA and experienced
surgeons get 10-20 LPA. |
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3. Is
there an option to do MS Ortho after D.Ortho? |
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Yes, D.Ortho candidates can apply for NEET SS
(Super Specialty) for MS/M.Ch. |
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4. Is age
restriction applicable for admission? |
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No, but should have MBBS and internship cleared. |
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5. How is
D.Ortho different from MS Ortho? |
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D.Ortho is a 2-year diploma. MS Ortho is a 3-year degree with higher
specialization |
Diploma in Orthopaedics is a
suitable course for MBBS graduates expecting specialisation in bone and joint
treatment. With improved career opportunities and increased demand, this course
provides a rewarding career in the medical field.
