Today I had the privilege of chatting with Dr. Srikanth K. N., a distinguished Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Bangalore, India, in this enlightening interview. As a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS) specializing in Trauma & Orthopaedic Sciences, Dr. Srikanth is a leading figure in the field. He is the driving force behind the Sarathi Super Specialty Orthopaedic Centre (SSOC) in Bangalore, where he introduced groundbreaking techniques. Dr. Srikanth's innovative approach includes computer-assisted and robotic knee/hip surgeries, ensuring unparalleled precision and patient safety. Learn about 'The Joint Vedo' Technique, a revolutionary regenerative medicine service designed to tackle arthritis and inflammatory arthropathy. Did you know that Indians rank as the 2nd largest knee pain sufferers in the world, with around 20 million people affected by knee and hip arthritis, equating to one in five? Dr. Srikanth's expertise shines as he discusses his extensive experience, having performed thousands of successful knee and hip replacement surgeries. His passion for perfection and dedication to achieving outstanding patient outcomes is evident in every procedure, especially in complex and minimally invasive knee and hip surgeries. Dr. Srikanth is not only a pioneer in his field but also a fearless advocate for innovative medical technologies, striving to raise awareness about the challenges within the Indian healthcare system. Join us in Part 1 of 2 of the insightful conversation as we delve into the challenges in the world of medical education in India, ground realities with medical equipment, and a discussion on the state of preventive care vs. curative care in India. Chapters: 00:00:00 Start 00:03:48 What are the reasons private medical school education is expensive in India? 00:20:00 Discussion on import of nearly 70-80% of medical equipment in India and the challenges that it brings. 00:31:05 Preventive Vs Curative Healthcare Please subscribe and find my work at: theideasandboxpodcast.com Dr. Srikanth's Website: www.srikanthkn.com Dr. Srikanth's information if you need to book an appointment with him: https://www.eka.care/doctor/dr-kn-srikanth-orthopedic-bengaluru
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