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Overview
Dr. Atul Bhaskar is a highly esteemed Paediatric Orthopaedician based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, with an impressive 25 years of experience in the field. He holds a wealth of qualifications, including MBBS, FRCS (Tr. & Ortho), FRCS, M.Ch (Ortho), MS (Ortho), and DNB (Ortho). Dr. Bhaskar has dedicated his career to specializing in the orthopaedic needs of children, ensuring they receive the highest quality care tailored to their unique developmental challenges.
His expertise encompasses a range of paediatric orthopaedic conditions, with notable qualifications such as the POSNA Fellowship, and certificates in Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Clubfoot, and Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH). These credentials highlight his commitment to ongoing education and proficiency in managing complex paediatric cases.
Dr. Bhaskar is known not only for his technical skills but also for his compassionate approach to patient care. He strives to create a positive environment where both children and their families feel heard, supported, and informed throughout the treatment process. Fluent in English, he effectively communicates with diverse patient groups, ensuring that every child receives care tailored to their specific needs.
As an exclusive partner in his practice, Dr. Bhaskar maintains a focus on providing personalized and dedicated treatment, aiming for optimal outcomes in every case he handles. His passion for paediatric orthopaedics and commitment to advancing the field make him a respected and sought-after specialist for families seeking expert care for their children's orthopaedic needs.
Experience
- Hon Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr R N Cooper Municipal Hospital 2010 till date
- Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon BSES Hospital, Mumbai 1/3/03 till date
- Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences 1/5/07 till date and Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital and Hinduja Healthcare Hospital 2005 – till date
- Seth GS Medical College 4th Year Resident Feb 93 – Aug 94 1 ½ yrs KEM Hospital
- KJ Somaiya Medical College Research Center Lecturer / Asst Prof.Sep 01 – Sep 10 8 yrs
- The above-mentioned Registrar posts are recognized as Teaching posts by the University of Bombay. They involved teaching orthopaedics to undergraduate medical students through organized lectures and clinics.
- At K J Somaiya Medical College, I was involved in teaching Orthopaedic Residents, medical students, Physiotherapy students.
Examiner: MUHS Examiner for under-graduate (MBBS) orthopaedic exams
- Feb 2009: Examiner at K J Somiaya Hospital
- June 2009: Examiner at KEM Hospital, Mumbai.
Memberships
- Bombay Orthopaedic Society
- Indian Orthopaedic Association
- Paediatric Orthopaedic Society of India (POSI)
- Royal College of Surgeons (Glasgow)
- Indian Medical Association
- Mumbai Branch of the Indian Academy of Paediatrics
- American Academy of Cerebral Palsy
Research and Publication
Research Experience
- A brief stint at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Bombay, India, studying genetics and development of the fruit -fly. The project involved looking at the olfactory response of the fruit-fly to various chemical solutions. This research activity gave me an insight into the fundamentals of molecular and developmental biology and also experience in laboratory work with DNA staining and immumohistochemistry.
- Ewings Sarcoma: a case report ( Radiodiagnosis )Bhaskar AR. Journal of Applied Medicine. Vol. 18, No 8, Aug 92
- Perthes Disease: a case report ( Radiodiagnosis )Bhaskar AR. Journal of Applied Medicine. Vol. 19, No 12, Dec 93
- Dissertation for M.S (Orth) exams: Treatment of Compound Tibial fractures by External Fixator: an analysis of 34 cases
- Plastic deformation of forearm: a case report Bhaskar AR. Bombay Hospital Journal. Vol 36, No 3, July 94
- Dorsal dislocation of first Metatarsophalangeal joint :a case report Bhaskar AR. Bombay Hospital Journal. Vol 37, No 4, Oct 94
- Large myofascial fibromatosis involving the Shoulder girdle: a case report Bhaskar AR, Dhir RS, Desai M et al. Jour. of Postgraduate Medicine, Oct 1994: 40 (4):225 -7
- Bone Morphogenic Protein - a novel protein ( Review article )Bhaskar AR. Medical Pulse Vol 1, No 12:8, 1994
- Total Joint Replacement: an overview Bhaskar AR. Medical pulse Vol 2. NO 2. 1995
- Post traumatic lumbar hernia.Sarela AI, Mavanur AA, Bhaskar AR et al. Jour. of Postgraduate Medicine, July 96, 42 (3), 78-80.
- Neurothekeoma of the hand – a case report Bhaskar AR, Kanvinde RK. Jour.of Hand Surgery, Vol 24(Br), Oct 99, 631-33.
- Vascularised Bone grafting for Un-united Fractures of the proximal of the Scaphoid.Bhaskar AR and Kanvinde RK. Injury, May 2000.
- Treatment of Unstable of Forearm Fractures in Children – is single bone plating adequate? Bhaskar AR, Roberts JA. J Bone Joint Surg (Br), Vol 83-B, Mar 2001, 253-58.
- Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip – an overview. Bhaskar AR. Quarterly review of MBIAP journal (Mumbai branch of Indian Academy of Paediatrics), Nov 2001.
- Lumbar Disc Disease. Bhaskar A R. Medicine Update, Vol 19,No 10, Feb 2002.
- Orthopaedic manifestations of Cornelia de Lange Syndrome: a review of 34 cases. Roposch A , Bhaskar AR, Lee F, et al. Jour. of Pediatric Orthopaedics Part B, Feb – Mar 2004.
- Backpain: Review article. Bhaskar AR, Physicians Digest, Feb –Mar 2004.
- Treatment of Paediatric Fractures with Flexible Titanium nails.Bhaskar AR. Indian Jour of Orthopaedics, July 2005
- Early Results of the Ponseti Techinique: Pitfalls and Problems in the Indian Scenario.Bhaskar AR, Rasal S. Indian Jour of Orthop,Vol 40,196-9, Oct 2006.
- Treatment of Open Femur Fractures in Children: comparison between External Fixator and Intramedullary Nailing. Ramsier LE, Bhaskar AR, Cole WC et al, J Pediatr Orthop, Vol 27(7), Oct/NOV 2007
- Congenital Vertical Talus: Treatment by Reverse Ponseti technique. Bhaskar AR. Indian Jour Orthop, Vol 42(3), 347-50, 2008.
- Missed Monteggia Fracture in Children: is annular ligament reconstruction required?Bhaskar AR, Indian Jour Orthop, 43(4), 385-95, Sep 2009.
- Outcome of Mears Procedure for Sprengels Deformity.Bhaskar AR, Khullar S, Habeeb M. Indian Jour Orthop 45(2), 132-35,Apr 2011
- Utility of “Combined Hip Abduction Angle” for hip surveillance in Cerebral PalsyDivechaa A, Bhaskar AR. Indian Jour Orthop,Vol 45(6), Dec,548-52, 2011
- Lisfranc’s dislocation with bimalleloar fracture: a rare injury Ghate S, Bhaskar AR. Jour Ortho Res, Jan 2012
- Failure of treatment of Coxa Vara in Gaucher’s disease: a case report Khullar S, Bhaskar AR, Habib M, Boragram R, Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. Vol 5 (9), Feb 2012
- Role of Alendronate in Perthes Disease: is there a disease modifying role?Bhaskar AR. Jour of Maharashtra Ortho Asso, Year 7,Issue 2, Apr-Jun 2012.
- Classification of relapse pattern in clubfoot treated with Ponseti techniqueBhaskar AR, Patni P. Indian Jour of Orthop, July-Aug,Vol 47(4),370-76, 2013
- Risk Factors for redislocaiton after primary treatment of Developmental Dysplasia of Hip (DDH): Is there a protective influence of the bony ossific nucleus. Indian Jour of Orthop, Sep – Oct, Vol 50(5); 479-85, 2016
Special Interests
- Children Orthopaedics, Paediatric Trauma and Spine Surgery.
List of Treatments
- Sports Injury Treatment Management
- Regenerative Therapy For Joints
- Rotator Cuff Injury Treatment
- Tailbone Pain Treatment
- Sciatica Pain Treatment
- Osteoarthritis Treatment
- Osteopathic Treatment
- Osteoporosis Treatment
- Skeletal Muscle Therapy
- Ankylosing Spondylitis Treatment
- Arthritis And Pain Management Treatment
- Arthritis Treatment
- Articular Degenerative Disease Treatment
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List of Conditions Treated
- Sports Injury
- Sports Injury Evaluation And Rehabilitation
- Sports Injury Prevention
- Joints And Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Legg Calves Perthes Disease
- Meniscus Injury
- Tendon Injury
- Elbow Injury
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Partial Prosthesis
- Plantar Fascitis
- Podiatry Sports
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Atul Bhaskar practice?
Dr. Atul Bhaskar's medical practice includes Surya Hospitals (Santacruz West & Chembur) and Apollo Hospitals, Belapur. He is a renowned doctor in Mumbai's healthcare sector offering expertise in cardiology and more.
Why do patients visit Dr. Atul Bhaskar?
Patients choose Dr. Atul Bhaskar for expertise in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, Joint Mobilization, and ACL & PCL Reconstruction.
What do patients say about Dr. Atul Bhaskar?
Dr. Atul Bhaskar has received positive feedback from 9 patients and 1 patient story. Patient testimonials provide valuable insights into his practice.
What are Dr. Atul Bhaskar's medical qualifications?
Dr. Atul Bhaskar holds an MBBS, MS in Orthopaedics, and an M.Ch. He is a highly qualified orthopedic surgeon.
What is Dr. Atul Bhaskar's specialization?
Dr. Atul Bhaskar specializes in Orthopedic surgery and Joint Replacement surgery.
How many years of experience does Dr. Atul Bhaskar have?
Dr. Atul Bhaskar has 33 years of experience in orthopedics.
Who is Dr. Atul Bhaskar?
Dr. Atul Bhaskar is a renowned orthopedic surgeon specializing in pediatric orthopedics. He completed his MBBS and Orthopaedic Residency at Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M Hospital, Mumbai, followed by advanced surgical training in the UK, including FRCS degrees in General Surgery and Trauma & Orthopedics. He received further training in Pediatric Orthopedics at the Hospital for Sick Children (Toronto). Dr. Bhaskar is a pioneer in conservative clubfoot treatment and relapse analysis following the Ponseti technique, with extensive publications on his research. He's a faculty member in Ponseti training programs and leads the Comprehensive Cerebral Palsy Care Program, specializing in Botulinum Toxin Injections, PERCS, multi-level surgery, and deformity correction. His research includes hip dislocation in cerebral palsy, and he utilizes minimally invasive pediatric surgery techniques.
Who is an Orthopedist?
An orthopedist is a medical doctor specializing in diagnosing and treating skeletal system disorders. They manage conditions affecting bones, muscles, joints, and ligaments, including arthritis, back pain, sports injuries, and leg/foot pain. Orthopedic care encompasses the comprehensive treatment of musculoskeletal issues.
What is the difference between an Orthopaedist and an Orthopaedic Surgeon?
While often used interchangeably, there's a key distinction. An orthopaedist manages musculoskeletal system conditions, offering pre- and post-surgical care. An orthopaedic surgeon provides identical care but also performs surgical procedures for conditions such as back pain, disc herniation, bone tumors, carpal tunnel syndrome, and arthritis.
Does an Orthopedist treat foot and ankle problems?
Yes, orthopedists specialize in musculoskeletal health, encompassing foot and ankle conditions. They treat various issues such as bunions, ankle sprains, arthritis, and sports injuries. Diagnosis utilizes imaging techniques, and treatment plans are tailored to the severity of each case.
