Should You Choose Orthopedics? | Dr Naman | Ms Ortho | AIIMS Delhi

In this in-depth conversation, we explore the real journey of MS Orthopedics — from choosing the branch and surviving residency to career options, fellowships, jobs, and future opportunities. This podcast breaks common myths, discusses mindset, academics vs surgical skills, subspecialties, and life after MS Ortho, making it a must-watch for MBBS students, NEET PG aspirants, and orthopedic residents planning their future in surgery.

Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction
01:25 – What inspired choosing Orthopedics as a specialty
06:50 – Biggest challenges before entering MS Orthopedics
10:35 – Mindset required to survive and grow in Orthopedics
12:17 – Who should NOT choose Orthopedics
28:00 – Academics vs surgical skills in Orthopedics
30:10 – Is research and thesis manageable during MS Ortho?
33:54 – Career options after MS Orthopedics
36:05 – Is a fellowship mandatory nowadays?
38:45 – Most promising subspecialties: sports medicine, arthroplasty, spine, trauma
40:20 – Job opportunities after MS Orthopedics
41:40 – Government vs private practice: what to choose
43:33 – Practice differences in Tier 1, Tier 2 & Tier 3 cities
44:41 – Skills future orthopedic surgeons must develop
45:18 – One thing wished to know before choosing Orthopedics
46:05 – Advice for MBBS students confused between medical vs surgical branches
46:43 – One message for future Orthopedic surgeons

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