Bos Arthroplasty Fellowship Curriculum

Aim: The goal of the fellowship is to train safe arthroplasty surgeons who build their practices sustainably based on evidence, and a clear understanding of their limitations.

The core pillars of the training program include:

  • Theory / Didactic Component: BOS Arthroplasty Fellowship Syllabus
  • BOS Arthroplasty Fellowship Syllabus

The syllabus covers the full spectrum of arthroplasty ailments, developed by the Arthroplasty Society academic unit with inputs from KEM consultants.



SYLLABUS

Basic & Applied Sciences

  • Anatomy
  • Physical Examination
  • Radiologic Imaging (joint-specific)
  • Diagnostic Evaluations
  • General Considerations for Arthroplasty Surgery (Consent, Preparation, Positioning, Equipment, Postoperative Care)

Surgical Approaches

  • Hip, Knee, Shoulder and Elbow Instrumentation

Hip Arthroplasty

  • Surgical Approaches: Posterior, Anterolateral, Anterior
  • Hemiarthroplasty: Cemented, Uncemented
  • Total Hip Replacement: Cemented, Uncemented
  • Revision Total Hip Replacement: Acetabular & Stem Revisions, 3D Printing and Bone Grafting

Knee Arthroplasty

  • Unicompartmental Knee: Fixed & Mobile Bearing
  • Total Knee Arthroplasty: Cruciate Retaining, Cruciate Substituting, Mobile Bearing
  • Revision Total Knee Replacement: Use of Stems, Constrained Knees, Hinged Knees, Sleeves & Cones, Computer-Assisted & Robotic Knee Replacement

Shoulder Arthroplasty

  • Hemiarthroplasty
  • Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
  • Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty (with Transfers)

Elbow Arthroplasty

  • Total Elbow Replacement

Academic Career Training

  • Presenting pre and post-operative cases in PowerPoint format
  • Participating in faculty-led critical case discussions
  • Conducting case presentations, reading literature, assisting in surgeries, participating in clinics, and engaging in research projects
  • Contributing to training programs, conferences, CMEs, and seminars

Case-based Discussions (CBD)

CBDs involve structured 10–20-minute discussions between the trainee and mentor,. Trainees present cases from admitted patients in which they had significant involvement.


Assessment topics include:

  • Biomechanics
  • Preoperative Planning & Templating
  • Surgical Techniques & Soft Tissue Handling
  • Implant Biomechanics, Choice, & Merits/Demerits
  • Rehabilitation & Outcomes
  • Complications (Pre, Intra, and Postoperative)
  • DVT Prevention & Blood Management
  • Infections & Revisions
  • Current Concepts in Arthroplasty

Mentor:

Dr. Mohan M. Desai

Professor & HOD
Seth GSMC & KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai