- Dr. Manoj Padman
- Speciality: Orthopaedics
- Designation: Director of Pediatric Orthopaedics
- Education: MBBS, MS – Orthopaedics, DNB – Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery, FRCS – General Surgery, FRCS – Trauma & Orthopedic Surgery
- Experience: 28+ years
- Fortis Hospital Gurgaon
About Dr. Manoj Padman
Dr. Manoj Padman is a distinguished Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon with over 28 years of extensive experience. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) in Pondicherry and holds a diploma from the National Board of Orthopedic Surgery Examinations. Dr. Padman furthered his expertise by spending a decade in the UK, where he worked in various orthopedic departments at Leeds and Sheffield University Hospitals. During his time in the UK, he passed the intercollegiate test for trauma and orthopedics (FRCS Tr & Orth) and earned his fellowship from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. He conducted significant research on the biological response to different polyethylenes used in arthroplasty, earning a Master’s in Research from the University of Leeds in 2004.
After completing a National Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedics at Sheffield Children’s Hospital, Dr. Padman gained comprehensive exposure to various pediatric orthopedic disciplines. Before returning to India in 2009, he served as a Consultant in Pediatric Orthopedics at Sheffield Children’s Hospital. In India, he has worked with esteemed institutions such as Max Healthcare in New Delhi and Fortis Memorial Research Institute in Gurgaon, where he currently serves as the Head of Pediatric Orthopedics. His expertise includes managing a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions in children and adolescents, with particular interest in hip pathologies, neuromuscular conditions, deformity correction, and limb reconstruction using external fixators.
Qualifications:
- FRCS Glasgow – Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.
- MS Orthopedics – Master of Surgery in Orthopedics.
- DNB Orthopedics – Diploma of National Board in Orthopedics.
- MSc Research (UK) – Master’s in Research from the University of Leeds.
- FRCS Trauma & Orthopedics – Fellowship in Trauma and Orthopedics.
Key Areas of Expertise:
- Hip Pathologies: Expertise in managing congenital, developmental, post-infective, and post-traumatic sequelae of hip conditions.
- Neuromuscular Pathologies: Specialized in treating musculoskeletal issues related to neuromuscular disorders in children.
- Deformity Correction: Proficient in correcting skeletal deformities in children and adolescents.
- Limb Reconstruction: Skilled in limb reconstruction using external fixators to correct bone deformities and length discrepancies.
Career Highlights:
- 20 years of extensive experience in Pediatric Orthopedics.
- Held senior positions in leading hospitals in both India and the UK.
- Conducted significant research on polyethylene used in arthroplasty, earning a Master’s in Research.
- Completed a National Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedics at Sheffield Children’s Hospital.
- Currently the Head of Pediatric Orthopedics at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon.
Professional Affiliations:
- Member of various national and international orthopedic associations.
- Recognized for contributions to pediatric orthopedic research and clinical practice.
