Welcome to Dept. of Orthopaedics Calicut medical college

Excellence in Bone &
Joint Care Since 1963

Leading orthopaedic care in Kerala with state-of-the-art facilities, expert surgeons, and comprehensive treatment for all musculoskeletal conditions.

Advanced Surgery

Cutting-edge orthopaedic surgeries including joint replacements, arthroscopy, and trauma care with minimally invasive techniques.

Comprehensive Care

Complete orthopaedic services from diagnosis to rehabilitation, serving patients across Kerala and neighboring states with excellence.

Teaching Excellence

Premier postgraduate training in orthopaedics, shaping the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons with world-class medical education.

About Calicut Ortho Department

Department of Orthopaedics Was Started In 1963 Under the Leadership Of Prof P K Surendran. Prof Surendran Was Working as Asst Professor Under Dept Of Surgery at That Time When He Took Over the Responsibility To Create Department Of Orthopaedics Separate From Surgery Department. Since Then, The Department Has Grown into a Premier Tertiary Care Referral Centre For Orthopaedics In The Whole State. The Department Which Began with Four Faculty Members Is Now Having Thirteen Full Time Faculty Members and Annual Intake Of Twelve Postgraduates. There Are Five Independent Units Within the Department at Present.

Department of Orthopaedics Is Dedicated to Providing Excellent Patient Care and Outstanding Education In Orthopaedic Surgery And Musculoskeletal Medicine. The Department Is Committed to Advancing Knowledge Related to The Management of Musculoskeletal Disorders, Renowned at National And International Levels.

#1

Kerala's Premier
Orthopaedic Center

95%

Successful Surgery
Outcomes Rate

24/7

Emergency Trauma
Care Services

5000+

Major Surgeries
Performed Annually

Restoring mobility, transforming lives

The Department of Orthopaedics at Calicut Medical College stands at the forefront of musculoskeletal medicine, combining advanced surgical techniques with compassionate patient care to restore function and improve quality of life.

Our Vision

To be a premier center of excellence in Orthopaedic care, education, and research, setting benchmarks in musculoskeletal medicine while training the next generation of skilled Orthopaedic surgeons.


Our Mission

To provide comprehensive Orthopaedic care through innovative surgical techniques, evidence-based treatments, and multidisciplinary approaches while fostering clinical excellence.

Orthopedic surgery in progress
"Healing is not just about fixing what's broken, but restoring the hope to move forward with confidence and strength."
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Subspecialties

Calicut Medical College Orthopaedic Excellence

The Department of Orthopaedics at Calicut Medical College stands as a beacon of excellence in musculoskeletal care. Our dedicated team of specialists provides comprehensive treatment across all subspecialties of Orthopaedic surgery, combining advanced medical technology with compassionate patient care. We are committed to training the next generation of Orthopaedic surgeons while delivering world-class healthcare services to our community.

Complex Trauma with Foot-Ankle Department

Complex Trauma with Foot-Ankle

Comprehensive management of pelviacetabular trauma, fracture and dislocation complications, and minimally invasive trauma surgeries. Expertise in limb reconstruction and ankle ligament reconstruction for recurrent sprains. Specialized care for ankle and foot injuries, deformities, and repetitive stress injuries. Advanced deformity correction procedures for Haglund deformity (hump bump), hallux valgus, hallux rigidus, claw toes, and hammer toes. Skilled in tendon repair and reconstruction for conditions such as Achilles tendinopathy (insertional and non-insertional), posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, and peroneal tendon dysfunction. Protocol-based treatment for heel pain, adult acquired flat foot, and comprehensive management of diabetic (Charcot) arthropathy.

Ilizarov And Limb Reconstruction  Department

Ilizarov And Limb Reconstruction

Comprehensive care for trauma-related complications and deformity correction of the upper and lower limbs, including congenital and pediatric deformities. Expertise in limb lengthening for both congenital and post-traumatic cases, and management of non-union and malunion fractures. Advanced procedures like high tibial osteotomy and six-axis deformity correction systems are used for precise alignment and functional restoration.

Spine Surgery Department

Spine Surgery

Advanced spine care services including deformity correction, posterior instrumentation and fusion for scoliosis, and anterior decompression with global fusion for spinal tuberculosis. First in the government sector within the state to perform minimally invasive spine surgeries, vertebral augmentation procedures, and uniportal/biportal endoscopic spine surgeries. Specialized in treating metastatic spine disease, degenerative spinal instability, complex congenital deformities, and performing vertebral column resections. Skilled in spinal tumor surgeries, revision procedures, and managing infective spine pathologies. Procedures include open and minimally invasive discectomy, mini and open TLIF for spondylolisthesis, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, cervical spine stabilization, and thoracolumbar fracture fixation. Also offer minimally invasive spinal injections (selective and transformational nerve root blocks) under fluoroscopy guidance. Notably, the team hosted the first national CME and cadaveric workshop on degenerative spine in the government sector.

Knee Arthroscopy & Sports Injuries Department

Knee Arthroscopy & Sports Injuries

Expert in arthroscopic ligament reconstruction of the ACL and PCL, as well as complex multi-ligament knee repairs. Performs arthroscopy-assisted surgeries for patellar dislocation, avulsion fractures, and meniscal injuries, including root repairs. Offers advanced solutions for the young arthritic knee with orthobiologics and cartilage restoration procedures like autologous cartilage implantation. Also provides minimally invasive radiofrequency treatment for chronic conditions such as tennis elbow and plantar fasciitis.

Sports Injury Department

Sports Injury

Specialized in complex shoulder fracture fixation and shoulder replacements, including hemi, primary, and reverse types. Performs the full spectrum of shoulder arthroscopy—from recurrent dislocation stabilization and rotator cuff repair to Latarjet procedures, tendon transfers, and superior capsule reconstruction. Advanced knee arthroscopy services include ACL/PCL reconstruction, multi-ligament repair, avulsion fracture fixation, meniscal and root repairs, and patellar stabilization. Offers cutting-edge cartilage surgeries such as autologous cartilage implantation. Expertise also extends to sports ankle injuries (e.g., ligament stabilization, osteochondritis dissecans), hip arthroscopy for FAI treatment, and elbow arthroscopy for loose body removal, synovectomy, ligament repair, and tennis elbow.

Joint Replacement, Arthroscopy And Pelviacetabular Trauma Department

Joint Replacement, Arthroscopy And Pelviacetabular Trauma

Expertise in primary and revision joint replacement surgeries of the hip, knee, elbow, and shoulder. Skilled in tumor resection and limb reconstruction using megaprostheses. Comprehensive management of periprosthetic fractures and prosthetic joint infections. Proficient in fixation and replacement arthroplasty for fractures around the hip, as well as pelviacetabular and periarticular fracture fixation. Provides arthroscopy-assisted treatments for knee and shoulder conditions, along with open and arthroscopic ligament reconstruction surgeries.

Pediatric Orthopaedic Procedures Department

Pediatric Orthopaedic Procedures

Expertise in managing a wide range of pediatric orthopaedic conditions, including cerebral palsy and clubfoot (CTEV) through dedicated CP and CTEV clinics. Proficient in the diagnosis and correction of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) and complex congenital deformities of the lower limb. Skilled in managing challenging pediatric hip disorders and executing precise deformity correction and limb lengthening procedures. Offers comprehensive care for osteomyelitis, septic arthritis, and their long-term sequelae. Experienced in treating pediatric trauma, metabolic bone diseases, and skeletal dysplasias, along with multidisciplinary management of pediatric musculoskeletal tumors.

Courses & Training Program

We offer focused courses and hands-on training to prepare skilled orthopaedic surgeons across all subspecialties.

Faculties

Meet our esteemed faculty shaping the future of orthopaedics, and explore the legacy of leadership through our distinguished former Heads of Department.

Dr. Jacob Mathew

Dr. Jacob Mathew

Professor and Head

Dr. Ravikumar R

Dr. Ravikumar R

Professor (Cap)

Dr. Kumaran Chettiar

Dr. Kumaran Chettiar

Professor (Cap)

Dr. Raju Karuppal

Dr. Raju Karuppal

Professor (Cap)

Dr. Jojo Inassi

Dr. Jojo Inassi

Professor (Cap)

Dr. Mohammed Thanveeruddin Sherule

Dr. Mohammed Thanveeruddin Sherule

Professor (Cap)

Dr. Manoj Kumar CV

Dr. Manoj Kumar CV

Associate Professor

Dr. Sibin Surendran

Dr. Sibin Surendran

Professor (Cap)

Discover the Mentors Behind Every Student's Journey

Meet the exceptional faculty members who shape, inspire, and guide the next generation of leaders. Their expertise, passion, and commitment help students grow into thoughtful professionals and lifelong learners.

Achievements

Celebrating decades of surgical excellence, academic distinction, pioneering research, and transformative community impact in orthopaedics.

PGCON 2024 - Kottayam Medical College

Gold Medal Poster – Dr. Salman Faris; PGCON Quiz – Dr. Athul Menon & Dr. Raphael (2nd Prize)

KOACON 2024 - Poster

Gold Medal Poster – Dr. Raphael (1st Prize)

Publications and Presentations

Regular publications and presentations in national and international journals and conferences.

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Awards & Recognitions

15+

Publications

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Discover our faculty's published works in leading medical journals and their impact on orthopaedic practice.

Dive into the academic excellence of our faculty through their publications. Their studies address real-world challenges in orthopaedic care. Featured in top-tier journals across the globe, these works drive progress in clinical and surgical practice.

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