RM Shenoy D Orth, MS Orth
Professor and Unit Head Department of Orthopedics Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore (A constituent of Manipal University)
Karnataka, India
Co-authors Deepak Pinto MS Orth, FRCS (Glasg. UK)
Associate Professor Department of Orthopedics Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore (A constituent of Manipal University)
Karnataka, India
Vivek Mahajan MS Orth
Assistant Professor Department of Orthopedics Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore (A constituent of Manipal University)
Karnataka, India
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5ToOur beloved Prof M Shantharam Shetty, who is regarded as teacher of teachers, a surgeon par excellence and above all a kind hearted and affectionate person whose prime concern has always been well-being of others.
7PrefaceEvery resident doctor during the period of his or her training encounters situations where guidance becomes necessary in the diagnosis and management of a case in the casualty. This is specially true for cases of trauma which often are pretty serious and if timely diagnosis and treatment is not instituted may result in severe morbidity or even mortality. A small book which contains information adequate enough to diagnose and practically manage a case in the casualty is perhaps most desirable. With this idea in mind, this book Orthopedics Ready Reckoner has been written. The text matter is compiled in such a way that in no time the book provides the information required for an orthopedic resident doctor, who is on duty in a trauma center/emergency room, for assessment and timely intervention of an injured person. Chapter on examination of bone tumor has also been included. Perhaps referring to this book boosts his confidence while managing the case and enables him to manage the case more efficiently without delay. The X-ray pictures and illustrations are self-explanatory. We feel this book fulfills such a need.
RM Shenoy
Deepak Pinto
Vivek Mahajan
9AcknowledgmentsWe acknowledge with thanks the role of Manipal University where a sound foundation for learning Orthopedics was laid and the conducive environment it provided to further our skills. We salute its illustrious Chancellor, Dr Ramdas M Pai.
We are grateful to our parents for instilling in us a strong work ethic. We are thankful to our wives for their constant love and support. We are also thankful to our students and patients for providing us opportunities to learn so much over the years. We acknowledge the services of Dr Saurabh Bansal, colleague and Assistant Professor, in the preparation of this book.
Finally, our special acknowledgment to M/s Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd and their dedicated team who under the leadership of their enterprising Chairman and Managing Director, Shri Jitendar P Vij, have brought out this unique book in an excellent manner.