In a significant move to elevate the standard of orthopaedic and joint replacement surgery in the region, CARE Hospitals in Visakhapatnam recently organized a specialized knowledge exchange program. The hospital hosted the internationally renowned Israeli orthopaedic surgeon, Dr Nimrod Snir, Director of the Adult Reconstruction Unit at Tel Aviv Medical Center, Israel.
International Expertise Meets Local Excellence
This initiative is part of CARE Hospitals' focused efforts to enhance clinical expertise and surgical precision by engaging with global leaders. The hospital is among a select few centers in India that conduct such structured international knowledge exchange programs in the field of arthroplasty. Dr. Snir, a globally respected specialist in hip and knee reconstruction and sports medicine, brought a wealth of experience to Vizag.
His credentials are impressive, holding dual fellowships in Adult Reconstruction and Sports Medicine Surgery from NYU Langone’s Hospital for Joint Diseases. With 47 peer-reviewed publications and over 50 international presentations to his name, along with leadership roles in major orthopaedic associations, Dr. Snir is an authority on complex joint replacement and revision surgeries.
Hands-On Learning and Patient Consultations
During his visit, Dr. Snir actively observed a knee replacement surgery at the hospital, meticulously studying the surgical workflow and operative precision. He provided the surgical team with practical recommendations and technical suggestions, commending their accuracy, efficiency, and high level of professionalism.
Following postoperative assessments of patients, Dr. Snir expressed satisfaction with their recovery outcomes. He specifically appreciated the hospital's robust and well-structured rehabilitation protocols, which are crucial for patient recovery. The visit was particularly timely, given the rapidly growing burden of knee and hip arthritis in Andhra Pradesh and Eastern India.
Beyond the operating theatre, Dr. Snir also conducted outpatient consultations for patients suffering from conditions like osteoarthritis, ligament injuries, and other complex joint disorders. This allowed the local medical team at CARE to gain direct insights from his international experience in patient management and clinical decision-making.
Praise for World-Class Infrastructure and Team
In interactive discussions with CARE Hospitals' orthopaedic team, including Dr. Ravi Chandra and Dr. Raghu, Dr. Snir shared valuable insights on modern joint replacement technologies, minimally invasive procedures, and the latest global advancements in arthroplasty.
He was highly impressed with the facilities and standards at CARE Hospitals. Dr. Snir noted that the hospital's Orthopaedic Department is "on par with any world-class setup", praising its clinical standards, advanced infrastructure, and patient-focused approach. He added that the high surgical volume at the hospital creates a strong foundation for continuous learning and clinical growth for its doctors.
This knowledge exchange program has provided the medical team at CARE Hospitals, Visakhapatnam, with valuable exposure to advanced surgical techniques and global best practices. It reaffirms the hospital's commitment to bringing cutting-edge, high-precision robotic orthopaedic care to the people of Eastern India, ensuring they have access to international-quality treatment locally.
