ISLAMABAD: The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Islamabad, successfully concluded a two-day live knee and hip arthroplasty workshop aimed at strengthening the practical and surgical skills of orthopaedic surgeons, postgraduate trainees and fellows in modern joint replacement procedures.<\/p>\n
Renowned arthroplasty surgeons from Pakistan and abroad participated in the programme as faculty members.<\/p>\n
On the first day of the workshop, live total knee arthroplasty (TKA) procedures were demonstrated, while total hip arthroplasty (THA) surgeries were shown on the second day. The operations were transmitted live to the auditorium, enabling participants to closely observe surgical techniques, pre-operative planning, implant selection and the management of practical challenges during surgery.<\/p>\n
The programme also featured hands-on sessions, interactive case discussions, an introduction to robotic and computer-assisted arthroplasty, and a direct question-and-answer session with the faculty.<\/p>\n
The chief guest, noted Karachi-based specialist Professor Dr Shahid Noor, appreciated the efforts of the organisers and said such academic activities were essential for providing advanced joint replacement facilities in public sector hospitals such as PIMS.<\/p>\n
Organising Chairman, President Arthroplasty Society and Vice Chancellor Rawalpindi Medical University, Professor Dr General Sohail Amin, said arthritis of the hip and knee joints was among the major causes of disability in Pakistan. He said the purpose of the workshop was to train young surgeons according to international standards so that ordinary patients could receive quality treatment within the country at appropriate and affordable cost.<\/p>\n
Course Coordinator and Head of Orthopaedic Unit at PIMS, Associate Professor Dr Asfandyar, said such workshops played a key role in the training of young consultants. He also acknowledged the support of Professor Ali Shami and Dr Fareedullah Khan Zamri in organising the event.<\/p>\n
Around 120 orthopaedic surgeons, postgraduate residents and medical students from across the country attended the workshop.<\/p>\n
At the concluding ceremony, shields and certificates were distributed among the participants. The organising committee extended special thanks to the PIMS administration, anaesthesia team, operation theatre staff and industry partners for providing free material and support for the workshop.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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