Institutions

• 2 Weeks at SRCC Children’s Hospital, Mumbai
• 2 Weeks at Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children, Mumbai

Scope and Coverage

During the 4-week tenure, the fellow will:

• Observe and assist in outpatient clinics focused on paediatric orthopaedic cases including congenital, developmental, infectious, traumatic, and neuromuscular conditions.
• Participate in surgical procedures ranging from basic to complex paediatric orthopaedic interventions.
• Attend ward rounds and multidisciplinary team discussions.
• Be exposed to rehabilitation protocols, growth and development monitoring, and long-term management strategies.
• Engage in academic activities such as case presentations, journal clubs, and teaching sessions.

Aims of the Fellowship

• To provide focused exposure and clinical orientation in Paediatric Orthopaedics.
• To enhance the fellow’s understanding of musculoskeletal disorders in children, including diagnosis, management, and follow-up.
• To offer hands-on learning in both outpatient and operative settings under expert guidance.
• To encourage academic interaction and clinical research aptitude among budding orthopaedic surgeons.

Expectations from the Fellow

• Active participation in clinical and academic activities.
• Professional conduct, punctuality, and willingness to learn.
• Preparation of a brief clinical audit or case presentation towards the end of the fellowship.
• Attendance and involvement in discussions during daily and weekly academic sessions.

Value Addition

This fellowship will include participation in the Bombay Orthopaedic Society Basic Paediatric Orthopaedic Course from 8th November to 14th November 2025, providing an excellent opportunity to consolidate clinical learning with academic enrichment, interact with different faculty, and gain broader insights into evidence-based paediatric orthopaedic practices.