An orthopedic fellow (JD) outlines an advanced clinical and surgical training role for doctors who have completed their post-graduate residency in orthopedics (MS or DNB). [1, 2]Key Responsibilities
Surgical Assistance & Performance: Assist or independently perform specialized surgeries (such as arthroscopy, joint replacement, or trauma reconstruction) under senior consultant supervision.
Patient Care: Manage outpatient departments (OPD), evaluate pre-operative cases, and conduct post-operative ward rounds.
Emergency Duties: Attend acute trauma cases and manage emergency consultations.
Academics & Research: Maintain surgical logbooks, participate in clinical audits, and teach junior residents or medical students