Academic Programmes in Shoulder Surgery

Programme Details:

• Duration: 6 months structured fellowship
• Eligibility: Orthopedic surgeons with minimum 1 year clinical experience post M.S. Orthopedics
• Mode: Hands-on clinical and surgical training

What Fellows Learn:

• Arthroscopic shoulder surgery (keyhole techniques)
• Rotator cuff repair and reconstruction
• Shoulder instability and dislocation management
• Shoulder joint replacement (including reverse arthroplasty)
• Complex reconstructive procedures

Fellows gain exposure to real surgical cases performed regularly at the clinic, including arthroscopy and joint replacement procedures.

• Direct involvement in live surgeries
• Case-based learning and decision-making
• Exposure to advanced and complex shoulder conditions
• Focus on functional outcomes, not just surgical technique

Programme Focus:

• Shoulder physiotherapy
• Sports injury rehabilitation
• Post-surgical rehabilitation protocols

Learning Areas:

• Stage-based rehabilitation (pain → mobility → strength → function)
• Biomechanics and movement correction
• Athlete-specific recovery programmes
• Injury prevention strategies

This training ensures physiotherapists can design structured rehabilitation plans aligned with surgical outcomes.

Trainees at Hyderabad Shoulder Clinic gain exposure to:

• Arthroscopic keyhole surgery
• Shoulder stabilization procedures
• Rotator cuff repair (advanced fixation techniques)
• Reverse shoulder replacement
• Open and reconstructive procedures

These procedures are performed regularly, allowing trainees to observe and participate in high-volume, real-world surgical practice.

The clinic is actively involved in academic initiatives such as:

• Webinars and surgical education sessions (e.g., industry collaborations)
• Advanced shoulder courses with international faculty
• Cadaver-based hands-on workshops
• Live surgical demonstrations

For example, recent shoulder courses focus on advanced topics like irreparable rotator cuff tears, tendon transfers, and reverse shoulder arthroplasty, with global expert participation.

Academic programmes are supported by ongoing research, including:

• Shoulder anatomy and biomechanics studies
• Arthroscopic reconstruction techniques
• Clinical outcomes research

Published work includes studies on glenoid anatomy and advanced surgical techniques, contributing to evidence-based practice.

Dr. B. Chandra Sekhar actively contributes to surgical education, training, and research—combining clinical expertise with academic mentorship to develop skilled shoulder surgeons and rehabilitation specialists.

The programmes follow a structured model:

• Observation → Assisted participation → Independent decision-making
• Theory integrated with real clinical cases
• Continuous mentorship and feedback

This ensures practical skill development along with strong clinical reasoning.

Participants gain:

• Advanced surgical understanding
• Hands-on arthroscopy exposure
• Confidence in managing shoulder conditions
• Structured approach to diagnosis and treatment
• Strong foundation in evidence-based practice

Interested candidates can contact the clinic directly for fellowship and training opportunities.