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.

1. 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

1. 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.

1. Medical Registration

The doctor must be registered with:

• National Medical Commission (India’s medical regulatory body)

1. 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