The book will find relevance when the readers understand what exactly the faculty or the examiner expects and learn to highlight crucial clinical findings which will clinch the case for them. This is demonstrated in various sections of the chapters which start with actual case scenarios, describe the core clinical findings, how exactly to articulate the final diagnosis with points in favour, formulate the management, and outline the principles of treatment.
Anil K. Bhat MS (Ortho), DNB (Ortho), MNAMS
is currently the Professor and Head of the Department of Hand Surgery and Associate Dean at Kasturba Medical College (KMC) and Hospital, Manipal, part of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education—the top-ranked Indian private university in the QS World Rankings 2022. His interests include undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, clinical practice, research, and academic activities.
Dr. Bhat frequently travels across India to conduct teaching programs. He has been recognized with the “Excellence in Teaching” and “Distinguished Alumnus” awards by KMC, Manipal. He also runs basic and advanced hand surgery courses throughout the country and has supervised many dissertations, PhD theses, and research scholars. He serves as the editor of the Karnataka Orthopaedic Journal.
During his tenure as Head of the Department and as an examiner for postgraduate programs in various universities, Prof. Bhat identified a need for a compilation of clinical cases to assist students in preparing for practical exams.
He has authored over 85 papers in national and international journals, contributed to several academic books, and has been awarded for his research and innovations. His dedication to teaching remains his primary focus, and this book reflects that commitment.
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