Question 1

Where does Dr. Karthik Shanmugam practice?

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Dr. Karthik Shanmugam practices at Pride Super Speciality Hospital (formerly Muthu Hospital) - Pulianthope.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. Karthik Shanmugam?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. Karthik Shanmugam for Paediatric Haemato and Oncology, Ankylosing Spondylitis Physiotherapy, Clinicial Haematology. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Karthik Shanmugam's education qualification?

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Dr. Karthik Shanmugam has the following qualifications - MBBS, MS - Orthopaedics.

Question 4

What does Dr. Karthik Shanmugam specialises in ?

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Dr. Karthik Shanmugam specialises as Orthopedic surgeon, General Physician.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Karthik Shanmugam have?

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Dr. Karthik Shanmugam has an overall experience of 7 years. View where has Dr. Karthik Shanmugam practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Karthik Shanmugam?

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Dr. Karthik Shanmugam is a Orthopedic surgeon and General Physician in Pulianthope, Chennai and has an experience of 7 years in these fields. Dr. Karthik Shanmugam practices at Pride Super Speciality Hospital (formerly Muthu Hospital) in Pulianthope, Chennai. He completed MBBS from The Tamil Nadu Dr. Mgr Medical University in 2019 and MS - Orthopaedics from THE TAMILNADU DR.M.G.R.MEDICAL UNIVERSITY in 2023. Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Paediatric Haemato and Oncology,Ankylosing Spondylitis Physiotherapy,Clinicial Haematology,Acute Diarrhea Treatment and Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) etc.. 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.

Dr. Karthik Shanmugam

Pulianthope, Chennai

Pride Super Speciality Hospital (formerly Muthu Hospital)

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