Summary
Overview
Work History
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Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
publications
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Rahul Bhardwaj

Rahul Bhardwaj

Dharamsala

Summary

Dedicated Orthopedic surgeon with expertise in surgical procedures and multidisciplinary collaboration. Proven track record in developing individualized treatment plans and managing acute trauma cases. Committed to quality improvement and enhancing patient recovery through effective pain management, rehabilitation, and education. Strong ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize clinical outcomes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Orthopaedic Surgeon

State Govt.
Dharamshala
04.2025 - Current
  • Conducted thorough patient evaluations to diagnose orthopedic conditions.
  • Developed treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Performed surgical procedures on patients with various musculoskeletal issues.
  • Instructed patients on post-operative care and rehabilitation protocols.
  • Assisted in emergency surgeries, ensuring timely interventions for trauma cases.
  • Utilized imaging tools to assess joint and bone health accurately.
  • Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
  • Participated in continuing education to stay updated on orthopedic advancements.
  • Led orthopedic surgical teaching rounds to provide medical team members with details about challenging cases.
  • Identified any potential complications that may arise during a procedure or recovery period.
  • Recommended lifestyle modifications to promote healing and prevent further injury.
  • Provided guidance on proper exercise regimens that can help improve muscle strength and flexibility.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans based upon each patient's unique needs and diagnosis.
  • Assisted in surgical procedures, providing assistance with anesthesia induction, positioning of patient, instrumentation selection and closure techniques.
  • Assessed patients to determine medical condition and level of surgical risk.
  • Performed detailed physical examinations of patients to assess the nature and extent of their musculoskeletal problems.
  • Evaluated patients, diagnosed orthopedic conditions and provided appropriate recommendations for treatment.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
  • Consulted with other physicians regarding complex cases or difficult diagnoses.
  • Prescribed medications to relieve pain or reduce inflammation, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
  • Instructed patients regarding post-surgical care instructions such as wound care and activity restrictions.
  • Increased clinic revenues through increased patient volume and increased use of higher-value procedures.
  • Managed acute trauma cases resulting from sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents or other types of trauma.
  • Monitored patient progress following surgery by evaluating vital signs and response to medication changes.
  • Educated patients about potential risks associated with orthopedic surgeries or treatments.
  • Maintained accurate records of all consultations, treatments provided, medications prescribed and follow up visits.
  • Managed orthopedic surgery clinics in both inpatient and outpatient settings to provide exceptional healthcare services.
  • Participated in research studies related to musculoskeletal health issues.
  • Received referrals from primary care doctors for orthopedic evaluation or treatment services.
  • Conducted pre-operative and post-operative evaluations, including ordering diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans and MRIs.
  • Advised and assisted medical students, trainees and residents to promote competency in field.
  • Researched and developed surgical innovations to improve operating procedures and outcomes.
  • Analyzed patient medical histories, medication allergies, physical condition and examination results to formulate treatment plan.
  • Verified adherence to sterilization standards by examining instruments, equipment, and operating room.
  • Followed established surgical techniques during procedures to mitigate risks.
  • Ordered and interpreted results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.

Senior Resident

State Govt.
KANGRA
03.2022 - 03.2025
  • Managed patient admissions and discharges efficiently.
  • Coordinated daily rounds with medical staff and residents.
  • Assisted in developing treatment plans for diverse patient cases.
  • Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records.
  • Supported educational activities for medical students and interns.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery.
  • Conducted patient assessments to determine healthcare needs effectively.
  • Participated in cases and made key decisions regarding patient treatment.
  • Directed medical students and interns by involving in patient care planning.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor the quality of care provided by staff members.
  • Coordinated discharge planning for residents upon transfer or release from facility.
  • Monitored and supported other residents providing patient care.
  • Met with attending physician prior to suggest specialized interventions or uncommon diagnostic studies.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as dietary, activities, social services to provide holistic resident care.
  • Monitored staffing levels on a daily basis ensuring adequate coverage at all times.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving residents according to established protocols.
  • Interacted with patients' family members to discuss diagnosis and provide updates.
  • Carried out therapeutic interventions.
  • Improved patient flow, administrative functions, and teamwork.
  • Cared for patients with highest level of severity and critical illness in department.
  • Assisted in developing policies and procedures related to resident rights, safety, health care, medication management, infection control.
  • Evaluated and assessed patients by reviewing medical history.
  • Attended to patients based on assignments from professionals.
  • Attended weekly meetings with administrators discussing current issues related to resident care.
  • Conducted procedures and interventions under direct supervision of professionals.
  • Identified methods to improve efficiency, as well as patient care and evaluation quality.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding daily operations including incident reports and progress notes.
  • Assessed new admissions for appropriateness prior to placement into the facility setting.
  • Developed strategies for resolving conflicts between residents and staff members.
  • Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations for long-term care facilities.
  • Implemented interventions designed to improve functioning level of residents with mental illnesses or disabilities.
  • Participated in orienting new employees on departmental policies and procedures.
  • Provided emotional support to residents during times of transition or crisis situations.
  • Collaborated with professionals to discuss each case before diagnosis or interventions, except in clear basic cases.
  • Maintained accurate and thorough patient charts in accordance with legal and clinical standards.
  • Established and maintained relationships with specialists to provide patient referrals and holistic care.
  • Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • Prescribed medications or treatment regimens to address patient conditions.
  • Managed ongoing care of patients with chronic issues of varying severity and treatment requirements.
  • Ordered and interpreted results of laboratory tests and radiographs.
  • Directed and delegated workflow of nurses and residents.
  • Explained potential prognoses of diseases or traumatic conditions.
  • Consulted on outside cases with generalists and specialists needing specific expertise.
  • Admitted patients for hospital stays.
  • Met with patients to determine specific medication, treatment and recovery needs.
  • Diagnosed patients and administered medications on strict schedules.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Analyzed records, exam data and test results to inform diagnoses.

Orthopaedic Surgeon

State Govt.
Palampur
07.2020 - 03.2022
  • Conducted thorough patient evaluations to diagnose orthopedic conditions.
  • Developed treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Performed surgical procedures on patients with various musculoskeletal issues.
  • Instructed patients on post-operative care and rehabilitation protocols.
  • Utilized imaging tools to assess joint and bone health accurately.
  • Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
  • Recommended lifestyle modifications to promote healing and prevent further injury.
  • Provided guidance on proper exercise regimens that can help improve muscle strength and flexibility.
  • Identified any potential complications that may arise during a procedure or recovery period.
  • Assessed patients to determine medical condition and level of surgical risk.
  • Performed detailed physical examinations of patients to assess the nature and extent of their musculoskeletal problems.
  • Prescribed medications to relieve pain or reduce inflammation, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
  • Instructed patients regarding post-surgical care instructions such as wound care and activity restrictions.
  • Managed acute trauma cases resulting from sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents or other types of trauma.
  • Managed orthopedic surgery clinics in both inpatient and outpatient settings to provide exceptional healthcare services.
  • Conducted pre-operative and post-operative evaluations, including ordering diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans and MRIs.
  • Received referrals from primary care doctors for orthopedic evaluation or treatment services.
  • Verified adherence to sterilization standards by examining instruments, equipment, and operating room.
  • Followed established surgical techniques during procedures to mitigate risks.
  • Ordered and interpreted results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.

Education

M.S - Orthopaedic Surgery

Dr. R.P.G,M,C Tanda
Kangra, India
06-2020

MBBS - Medicine

Dr. R.P.G.M.C Tanda
Kangra , India
12-2012

Higher Secondary -

Binwa Public School
Baijnath
03-2006

Skills

  • Imaging interpretation
  • Surgical procedures
  • Treatment plan development
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Clinical documentation
  • Medical referrals
  • Rehabilitation protocols
  • Patient education
  • Team leadership
  • Quality improvement
  • Wound care
  • Bone Health Management
  • Trauma surgery
  • Radiology interpretation
  • Orthopedic Devices Knowledge
  • Orthopedic Prosthetics
  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Continuing education
  • Foot and ankle surgery
  • Hand surgery
  • Fracture management
  • Fusion surgery
  • Pediatric orthopedics
  • Postoperative care
  • Patient evaluations
  • Emergency care
  • Internal fixation surgery
  • Hip Replacement
  • Traumatology
  • Knee Replacement
  • Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
  • Joint Reconstruction

Languages

Hindi
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Affiliations

  • Regular Blood Donation

Accomplishments

  • Board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
  • Certification of appreciation from Rotary International
  • Attended the 21st MAMC Orthopedic PG instructional course at Maulana Azad Medical College in November 2019
  • Trained in 'Road Safety and Transported Related Hazards and their Mitigations' May 2025

Certification

  • Participated in HIMORTHOCON 2017, Hamirpur, and attended a workshop on basic LRS
  • Participated in HIMORTHOCON 2018 at Mandi
  • Attended advanced training on the Ponsetti method of CTEV management conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Institute of Public Administration, Shimla, in 2019
  • Attended CME on 'evolving scientific, socially contextual orthopaedic techniques, and sponsor techniques in CTEV' in 2019
  • Successfully conducted HIMORTHOCON 2020, also presented a paper on 'Giant Cell Tumor Distal End Radius Resection and Reconstruction using Proximal Fibular Graft'
  • Attended the 7th annual trauma meet and workshop on 'Osteotomies of the Lower Limb' in June 2022 at Jammu
  • Attended HIMORTHOCON 2022 at Nahan, and presented a paper on 'Tubercular Dactylitis'
  • Attended HIMORTHOCON 2023 in Shimla, and participated in the cadaveric pelviacetabular course
  • Attended TRAUMACON 2025 in Mumbai

publications

  • International Journal of Scientific Research, Jan 1, 2022, Ollier disease - a case report
  • International Journal of Scientific Research · Jan 1, 2022 International Journal of Scientific Research · Jan 1, 2022 Bilateral anterior glenohumeral dislocation: A clinical case Bilateral anterior glenohumeral dislocation: A clinical case
  • International Journal of Scientific Research, Jan 1, 2022, Wartenberg's syndrome - a case report
  • Asian Journal of Orthopaedic Research · Dec 1, 2021 Asian Journal of Orthopaedic Research · Dec 1, 2021 Tuberculous dactylitis - A case report Tuberculous dactylitis - A case report Show publication
  • International Journal Dental and Medical Sciences Research · Nov 9, 2021International Journal Dental and Medical Sciences Research · Nov 9, 2021Assessment of Pain in the Osteoarthritis Knee following Vitamin
    D3 supplementation using NRS ScoreAssessment of Pain in the Osteoarthritis Knee following Vitamin D3 supplementation using NRS Score
  • Asian Journal of Orthopaedic Research, Apr 30, 2021, Asian Journal of Orthopaedic Research, Apr 30, 2021, Assessment of Functional Outcome in the Osteoarthritis Knee Following Vitamin D3 Supplementation using KOOS PS Score, Assessment of Functional Outcome in the Osteoarthritis Knee Following Vitamin D3 Supplementation using KOOS PS Score
  • International Journal of Research in Orthopaedics · Apr 26, 2021 Does vitamin D3 supplementation improve medial joint space narrowing in patients with osteoarthritis knee
  • International Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences Research · Apr 8, 2021 Functional outcome in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee following vitamin D3 supplementation using the KOOS score
  • International Journal of Research in Orthopaedics · Mar 7, 2021 Giant cell tumor distal end radius: resection and reconstruction using proximal fibular graft
  • International Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences Research · Mar 2, 2021 Assessment of functional outcome in the osteoarthritis knee following vitamin D3 supplementation using Oxford Knee Score
  • International Journal of Research in Orthopaedics · Nov 1, 2020, Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma Masquerading as Lipoma: A Case Report

Timeline

Orthopaedic Surgeon

State Govt.
04.2025 - Current

Senior Resident

State Govt.
03.2022 - 03.2025

Orthopaedic Surgeon

State Govt.
07.2020 - 03.2022

M.S - Orthopaedic Surgery

Dr. R.P.G,M,C Tanda

MBBS - Medicine

Dr. R.P.G.M.C Tanda

Higher Secondary -

Binwa Public School
Rahul Bhardwaj