Orthopaedic surgeon

For an experienced Orthopedic Doctor & Orthopedic Surgeon (more than 5 years of experience), there is usually a standard academic education path in most countries, including India. Here are the typical educational qualifications required: 1. Basic Medical Degree • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) • Duration: About 5.5 years (including internship). • This is the primary medical degree required to become a doctor. 2. Postgraduate Specialization in Orthopedics After MBBS, the doctor must specialize in orthopedics through one of these: • Doctor of Medicine (Orthopedics) (MD Orthopedics) • or • Master of Surgery (Orthopedics) (MS Orthopedics) or • Diplomate of National Board (Orthopedics) (DNB Orthopedics)Duration: 3 years 3. Optional Super-Specialization (Not always required) Some orthopedic surgeons pursue additional fellowships such as: • Joint Replacement Fellowship • Spine Surgery Fellowship • Sports Medicine Fellowship • Trauma Surgery Fellowship These usually take 1–2 years. 4. Medical Registration The doctor must be registered with: • National Medical Commission (India’s medical regulatory body) 5. Clinical Experience After completing specialization, gaining 5+ years of surgical and hospital experience makes the doctor a senior or experienced orthopedic surgeon. ✅ Typical Education Timeline • MBBS – 5.5 years • MS / MD / DNB Orthopedics – 3 years • Experience – 5+ years ➡Total time to become a well-experienced orthopedic surgeon: around 13–15 years. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹100,000.00 - ₹106,103.11 per month Work Location: In person