Dr. Shankar Kurpad

With 29 years of experience, Dr Shankar Kurpad is a highly skilled orthopaedist in Bangalore providing exceptional musculoskeletal and joint care.

Patients seeking the best orthopaedist in Bangalore and a leading orthopedic expert in Yeshwanthpur trust Dr Kurpad for his vast surgical expertise in joint replacements.

He is multilingual and communicates effectively in English, Kannada, Hindi, and Tamil.

Area of Expertise

Dr Shankar Kurpad independently manages complex orthopaedic conditions using advanced surgical techniques.

He provides comprehensive, patient-focused treatments, specialising in joint reconstruction, complex fracture management, and deformity correction.

Joint Reconstruction and Replacement

Dr Kurpad has successfully performed numerous complex joint surgeries with precision and outstanding outcomes. His primary focus and sub-specialty expertise include:

• Complete Hip and Knee joint reconstruction
• Advanced Total Hip Replacement (THR) and Total Knee Replacement (TKR)
• Specialized procedures in hip joint reconstruction following complex trauma

Orthopaedic Trauma and Deformity Correction

As a highly esteemed orthopaedic consultant in Yeshwanthpur, Dr Shankar Kurpad excels in managing severe skeletal injuries and bone abnormalities. He regularly manages:

• Surgical treatment of Complex Fractures and severe orthopaedic trauma
• Intricate management of fractures involving joints
• Advanced surgical procedures for Deformity Correction
• Comprehensive treatment of general orthopaedic problems and infections

Credentials and Education

• MBBS from St Johns Medical College, Bangalore (1997)
• DNB in Orthopaedics from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi (2000)
• Fellowship in Traumatology from Munich, Germany (2002)
• Diploma in Orthopaedics (D Ortho) from Christian Medical College, Vellore (2005)
• Fellowship in Hip Replacements and Reconstruction from Dresden, Germany (2006)

He is registered with the Karnataka Medical Council (Registration No 46671 since 1997).

Professional Experience

Dr Kurpad brings extensive clinical knowledge and dedicated surgical expertise to his practice. He is presently serving as the Lead Consultant in Orthopaedics at Manipal Hospital (Yeshwanthpur branch).

Additionally, he provides expert care as a Consultant at The Fracture and Orthopaedic Clinic in Malleshwaram.

Awards and Achievements

He was awarded the Second Prize at the Medical Students National Level Essay Contest organized by the Indian Medical Association in 1995 for his essay on the incorporation of newer teaching technologies in medical education.

Memberships

Dr Shankar Kurpad holds active memberships in prominent professional organizations, including the Medical Council of India and the Karnataka Medical Council.

Talks and Publications

Dr Shankar actively contributes to public health awareness and the broader medical community. He recently appeared on News 9, discussing the critical importance of vitamin intake and physical workouts in helping children manage juvenile osteoporosis.

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