Question 1

Where does Dr. K. Shiva Prasad practice?

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Dr. K. Shiva Prasad practices at Sai Shiva Prasad Orthopedic & Multi Speciality Clinic & Medicals - Banashankari 3rd Stage and 1 other centres.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. K. Shiva Prasad?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. K. Shiva Prasad for All Ortho Treatments, Arthroscopy, Joint Replacement Surgery. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. K. Shiva Prasad's education qualification?

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Dr. K. Shiva Prasad has the following qualifications - MS - Orthopaedics, DNB - Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery.

Question 4

What does Dr. K. Shiva Prasad specialises in ?

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Dr. K. Shiva Prasad specialises as Orthopedic surgeon, Orthopedist.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. K. Shiva Prasad have?

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Dr. K. Shiva Prasad has an overall experience of 17 years. View where has Dr. K. Shiva Prasad practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. K. Shiva Prasad?

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Completed M.B.B.S from K.M.C, Mangalore and M.S.Orthopaedics from V.M.M.C.&H, Pondicherry, and D.N.B. Orthopedics . completed fellowship in joint replacement and arthroscopy. Completed training in hand surgery,cold orthopaedics. Practising in Sai Shivaprasad orthopaedic & Multispeciality clinic and medicals. performing regular trauma surgeries , spine discectomy , fusion and fixation of spine.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

Who is an Orthopaedist?

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An orthopaedist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the skeletal system. An orthopaedic doctor attends to any disorder or condition or injury pertaining to the bones, muscles, joints, and ligaments associated with the skeletal system. These medical professionals treat conditions like arthritis, back pain, sports injuries, and leg and foot pain

Question 8

What is the difference between an Orthopaedist and an Orthopaedic surgeon?

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Orthopaedists are sometimes mistakenly referred to as orthopaedic surgeons. An orthopaedist deals with conditions related to the musculoskeletal system. He provides pre-surgical consultation and post-surgical follow up. An orthopaedic surgeon provides same care as orthopaedist, but performs surgery as well. He performs surgery to cure back pain, ruptured discs, bone tumours, carpal tunnel, arthritis and other injuries.

Question 9

Does an Orthopaedist treat foot and ankle related problems?

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Yes, an orthopaedist deals with musculoskeletal problems within the body. Problems related to foot and ankle fall under this category. Common foot problems like bunions, ankle sprains, arthritis, and sports injury are treated by an orthopaedist. Diagnosis of foot and ankle related problems are done through imaging tests. The mode of treatment depends on the severity of the problem.

Question 10

Does one need a doctor referral to see an Orthopaedist?

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One can consult an orthopaedist by booking an appointment. Consultation with the orthopaedist is conducted in his/her clinic or at a healthcare centre. In some cases, patients go to a general physician for any condition or disorder related to the musculoskeletal system. Once preliminary investigation is done, the general physician may refer the patient to an orthopaedist for further examination.

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