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Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon DHA Registered, UK-Trained

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November 14, 2025

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DR. SENTHILKUMR MAHALINGAM

SPECIALIST- TRAUMA & ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

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DHA Registration (60365042)/ 5 Years Experience Post Specialization / Uk Trained Available To Start Immediately.

FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics) • Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust, UK POCUS & Acute Care Leadership Calm under Pressure • Emergency Orthopaedics & Critical Care• Clinical Acumen in Critical Decision-Making PROFILE SNAPSHOT

Highly accomplished and DHA-registered Specialist in Trauma & Orthopaedics with two decades of progressive clinical, academic, and research experience across the UK and India. Expertise spans immediate and definitive trauma management, strong understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy and orthopedic pathology, joint replacement (hip and knee), arthroscopy, spinal cord injuries, and paediatric orthopaedics, supported by advanced training and fellowships in arthroplasty and arthroscopic surgery. Proficient in interpreting advanced imaging, delivering precise surgical interventions, and applying innovative conservative therapies for optimal patient outcomes. Recognised for excellence in perioperative care, clinical governance, and multidisciplinary collaboration, ensuring seamless integration of pre-operative planning, intraoperative execution, and post-operative rehabilitation. Skilled in mentoring, teaching, and developing junior clinicians, leveraging structured assessment tools and audit-driven quality improvement to elevate standards of orthopaedic practice. Contributions extend beyond the operating theatre through active involvement in international conferences, peer-reviewed publications, and clinical research trials, reflecting a strong academic and evidence-driven approach to advancing orthopaedic science. Key Skills:

• Trauma & Emergency Orthopaedic Care

• Advanced Imaging Interpretation

• Elective Orthopaedic Surgery

• Knee and Shoulder basic Arthroscopy

• Paediatric Trauma & Orthopaedics

• Non-Surgical & Conservative Management

• Perioperative Risk Assessment & Rehabilitation

• Multidisciplinary Team Leadership

• Clinical Governance

• Teaching, Training & Mentorship

• Clinical Research & Publications

• Medical Ethics, Patient Safety & Communication Excellence SCHOLASTICS PORTFOLIO

FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics) Feb 2021

Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCSENG), UK

Fellow of European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EBOT) Oct 2016 European Board of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Lisbon Master of Chirurgiae (MCh) in Trauma & Orthopaedics Aug 2014 Edge Hill University, Wrightington Hospital, UK

Diploma in Orthopaedics May 2002

The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, India MBBS May 1997

University of Calicut, India

FELLOWSHIPS & ADVANCED CLINICAL TRAINING

Fellowship in Joint Replacement BIRRD Hospital, Tirupati, India Nov 2016 – Jan 2017

• Gained extensive exposure to primary hip and knee arthroplasty procedures.

• Involved in pre-operative assessment, surgical planning, intraoperative assistance, and post-operative management of joint replacement patients.

• Continued as Assistant Professor at the same institution, with ongoing involvement in hip and knee replacement surgeries, thereby consolidating clinical and surgical expertise in arthroplasty. Fellowship in Arthroscopy Fortis Hospital, India Feb 2021 – Oct 2021

• Trained in diagnostic and therapeutic arthroscopic procedures of the knee and shoulder.

• Hands-on experience in:

o Removal of osteochondral fragments.

o Microchondroplasty

o Preparation of ACL hamstring grafts.

o Arthroscopic washout for septic joints.

• Developed proficiency in arthroscopic instrument handling and sterile technique in minimally invasive surgery. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

May 2022 – Sep 2025: Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust, UK as Specialist Registrar – Trauma & Orthopaedics Nov 2021 – Jan 2022: Milton Keynes Hospitals NHS Trust, UK as Specialist Registrar – Trauma & Orthopaedics Feb 2021 – Oct 2021: Fortis Hospital, Bangalore, India as Fellow – Sports, Orthopaedics & Arthroscopy Nov 2018 – Nov 2020: Oxford University Hospital NHS Trust, UK as Specialist Registrar – Trauma & Orthopaedics Moved to UK in 2004, since then worked in various Trauma and Orthopaedic Subspecialities

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Key Deliverables: Delivered trauma and orthopaedic care across emergency, elective, and outpatient settings. Expertise spans acute trauma management, advanced surgical interventions, non-surgical therapies, and multidisciplinary coordination, with strong focus on patient safety, clinical efficiency, and evidence-based practices. Emergency & Acute Trauma Care

• Led triage and initial assessment of trauma patients in line with ATLS protocols.

• Independently managed acute orthopaedic emergencies including fractures, dislocations, open injuries, and compartment syndrome.

• Performed emergency surgical procedures such as debridement, fasciotomies, and damage control orthopaedics, thereby ensuring timely limb salvage and functional recovery.

Diagnostic & Clinical Assessment

• Leveraged strong skills in interpretation of X-rays, CT scans, and MRI for musculoskeletal pathologies.

• Conducted comprehensive orthopaedic examinations to diagnose traumatic, degenerative, inflammatory, and congenital conditions.

• Delivered second opinions and consultative expertise to A&E, general surgery, and internal medicine departments. Non-Surgical & Conservative Management

• Applied plaster casts, splints, braces, and orthotics to optimise patient recovery.

• Administered therapeutic injections, including corticosteroid and PRP therapy, for joint and soft tissue conditions.

• Collaborated with physiotherapists and rehabilitation teams to deliver holistic, non-operative care pathways. Surgical Expertise

• Performed trauma surgeries including ORIF with plates, screws, intramedullary nails, and external fixator applications.

• Executed paediatric trauma procedures including closed reduction and K-wire fixation of supracondylar fractures.

• Assisted and performed elective procedures such as primary hip and knee arthroplasty, arthroscopy, and ACL graft preparation.

• Delivered arthroscopic interventions for septic arthritis washouts, thus ensuring infection control and joint preservation. Perioperative & Multidisciplinary Care

• Conducted pre-operative risk assessments and patient optimization.

• Oversaw post-operative care, rehabilitation planning, and safe discharge processes.

• Worked collaboratively with anaesthetists, nurses, physiotherapists, and rehabilitation specialists to deliver integrated patient care. Leadership, Training & Mentorship

• Supervised and mentoring junior doctors and medical trainees, using formal assessment tools (MSF, mini-CEX, CbD, DOPS).

• Contributed to teaching sessions, trauma meetings, and departmental audits to improve training quality and clinical governance.

• Supported quality improvement initiatives, ensuring adherence to NICE guidelines and hospital safety standards. Ethics, Communication & Professionalism

• Maintained high ethical standards in patient consent, confidentiality, and decision-making.

• Communicated complex clinical information to patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams with cultural sensitivity.

• Actively participated in morbidity and mortality meetings, applying lessons learned to enhance clinical outcomes. TEACHING & CLINICAL SUPERVISION

• Actively involved in teaching colleagues and juniors.

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PROFESSIONAL COURSES & CERTIFICATIONS

General Trauma Update

• Advanced Life Support Course – Wigan Infirmary, Wigan 12 May 2010

• AO Principles in Operative Fracture Management Course – The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2010

• Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient – The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 29–31 Mar 2006

• Basic Surgical Skills Course – The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 08–10 Mar 2006 Arthroplasty

• MAKO Knee and Hip Robotic Arthroplasty Certification – Stryker, Bangalore, India 14 Aug 2021

• Complex Primary Knee Arthroplasty – VIRRD Trust Hospital, Dwaraka Tirumala, India 10 Jun 2018

• Faculty – Pre-Conference Knee Workshop OSSAPCON – BIRRD Hospital, India 23 Feb 2018

• Cadaveric Orthopaedic Course Hip and Knee (Thiel-method) – Cuschieri Skills Centre, Ninewells Hospital, UK 28–29 Mar 2013

• Charnley Centennial Meeting – Hip Day – Wrightington Hospital, UK 16 May 2011 Arthroscopy

• CME-Webinar – Basics in Shoulder Arthroscopy & Cuff Repair (Faculty) – Online, UK 28 Aug 2021

• ASI & Stryker Live Shoulder Arthroscopy eCourse – Online, UK 25–26 Mar 2021

• Cadaveric Elbow Arthroscopy Course – Smith & Nephew Surgical Skills Centre, York, UK 14 Apr 2015

• Cadaveric Shoulder Arthroscopy Course – Keele University, UK 17–18 Sep 2014

• Core Skills in Shoulder Arthroscopy Course – DePuy, Manchester, UK 06 Mar 2013 Hand, Foot & Ankle

• Charnley Centennial Meeting – Foot & Ankle Day – Wrightington Hospital, UK 18 May 2011

• Hand and Wrist Instructional Course – Liverpool (Biomet) 13–14 Apr 2010 Address: 400, Cheetham HillRoad Manchester. M8 9LE Passport: British Languages Known: English, Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi



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