Job description:
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.
Pay: ₹110,000.00 - ₹150,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
