Question 1

Where does Dr. Kiran Paknikar practice?

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Dr. Kiran Paknikar practices at Thunga Hospital - Mira Bhayandar and 1 other centres.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. Kiran Paknikar?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. Kiran Paknikar for Hip Replacement, Shoulder arthroscopy, Laminectomy. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Kiran Paknikar's education qualification?

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Dr. Kiran Paknikar has the following qualifications - DNB - Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery, Diploma in Orthopaedics, Fellowship in Spinal Surgery, Fellowship in Spinal Surgery, Fellowship in Spinal Surgery, Observership in Spinal Surgery, SMC Potential Leaders in Spinal Surgery Program, Observership Pediatric Orthopedic, MBBS.

Question 4

What does Dr. Kiran Paknikar specialises in ?

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Dr. Kiran Paknikar specialises as Orthopedic surgeon, Spine Surgeon (Ortho).

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Kiran Paknikar have?

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Dr. Kiran Paknikar has an overall experience of 19 years. View where has Dr. Kiran Paknikar practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Kiran Paknikar?

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Dr. Kiran Paknikar is a Orthopedic surgeon and Spine Surgeon (Ortho) in Mira Bhayandar, Mumbai and has an experience of 19 years in these fields. Dr. Kiran Paknikar practices at Thunga Hospital in Mira Bhayandar, Mumbai,Belle Vue Gynaecology Centre in Andheri West, Mumbai and IASIS Hospital in Vasai East IE, Thane. He completed DNB - Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery from National Board of Education, New Delhi in 2010,Diploma in Orthopaedics from Post Graduate Institute of Swasthiyog Prathisthan, Miraj in 2011 and Fellowship in Spinal Surgery from Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in 2013. Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Hip Replacement,Shoulder arthroscopy,Laminectomy,Spinal Disc and Fracture Fixation 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.

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