MS Orthopedics

1. MBBS qualification recognized by NMC
2. Completion of one-year compulsory internship on or before the cut-off date
3. Qualification in NEET-PG with the prescribed percentile
4. Eligibility as per NMC, KUHS, MCC / CEE Kerala, and Government of Kerala guidelines
5. Fulfilment of bond or service conditions, if applicable

Government Medical College, Kannur (Pariyaram) is a government-run tertiary care teaching hospital affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences and recognized by the National Medical Commission. The MS Orthopaedics programme at GMC Kannur offers structured postgraduate training aimed at developing competent orthopaedic surgeons with strong clinical, operative, and academic skills. Residents receive extensive exposure to outpatient and inpatient orthopaedic services, trauma care, emergency management, and operative procedures. Training includes fracture management, joint disorders, spine conditions, musculoskeletal infections, and rehabilitation principles under experienced faculty supervision. The programme emphasizes hands-on surgical training, case discussions, seminars, journal clubs, and interdisciplinary learning. Postgraduate students participate in undergraduate teaching and complete a mandatory research dissertation as part of the curriculum. With a high trauma load, modern facilities, and systematic academic support, the course prepares graduates for independent practice, academic careers, or further super-specialty training.