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Dr. B. Sachidanand Rai (President)
MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics)
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Unity Hospital, Mangalore
KOA Membership No: S-103
Dr. B. Sachidanand Rai is an experienced orthopaedic surgeon with over a decade of practice, currently associated with Unity Hospital, Mangalore. He is known for delivering accurate diagnoses and patient-centred orthopaedic care. His clinical expertise includes fracture fixation, complex trauma, arthroplasty, arthroscopy, knee replacement, and hip replacement surgeries.
Dr. Rai has contributed to multiple research activities, attended various national workshops, and published several scientific papers in the field of orthopaedics.
Dr. Bharath Raju G (President Elect)
MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics)
KOA Membership No: B-39
Dr. Bharath Raju G is an accomplished orthopaedic surgeon and medical leader with extensive administrative experience. He has served in several prestigious positions including:
- Chairman, IOA CSRC 2025
- President, IMA BB (2025–2026)
- Organising Treasurer, IOACON 2024
- Secretary General, KOA (2021–2024)
- President, BOS (2018–2019)
He is widely appreciated for his leadership, academic contribution, and commitment to strengthening orthopaedic education and services in Karnataka.
Dr. Harish Murthy (Secretary General)
MBBS, MS (Ortho), DNB (Ortho)
Managing Director, Suraksha Hospital, Raichur
Associate Professor, Raichur Institute of Medical Sciences
KOA Membership No: H-16
Dr. Harish Murthy is a leading orthopaedic surgeon with strong academic and clinical credentials. He currently serves as the Managing Director of Suraksha Hospital and Associate Professor at RIMS, Raichur. His work spans trauma care, joint disorders, and advanced orthopaedic procedures. Dr. Murthy is recognized for his dedication to medical education and community health services.
Dr. Puneet Chamakeri (Joint Secretary)
MBBS, D.Ortho., DNB (Orthopaedics)
Associate Professor, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College
Consultant Orthopaedician, KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital & MRC, Belagavi
KOA Membership No: P-88
Dr. Puneet Chamakeri is a senior orthopaedic specialist with over 16 years of experience in complex trauma, arthroscopy, and joint reconstruction surgeries. He is proficient in arthroscopic knee procedures, ACL reconstruction, vertebral biopsy, arthroplasty, and advanced trauma management.
He is an active academician with published research papers and frequent guest lectures. He has received recognitions including the Best Paper Award in Knee Arthroscopy at KASCON 2018.
Dr. Anirudh C. Kulkarni (Treasurer)
MBBS, DNB (Orthopaedics)
Consultant Orthopaedician, K Suvidha Super Speciality Orthopaedic & Accident Care Centre, Raichur
KOA Membership No: A-70
Dr. Anirudh C. Kulkarni is a skilled Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon practicing at K Suvidha Super Speciality Centre, Raichur. He has trained extensively in arthroplasty, including advanced fellowships in Mumbai and France.
His clinical practice focuses on joint replacement, trauma surgery, sports injuries, spine disorders, arthritis management, and rehabilitation. He is known for his compassionate, patient-focused approach and commitment to comprehensive orthopaedic care.
Dr. Avinash Parthasarathy (Editor)
MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), M.Ch (Orth) – UK
Senior Consultant, Vydehi Superspeciality Hospital (VSH), Bengaluru
KOA Membership No: A-64
Dr. Avinash Parthasarathy is a distinguished trauma and arthroplasty surgeon with over 20 years of expertise. He specializes in primary and revision hip and knee replacement surgeries and has performed over 1,000 successful procedures. He is also highly experienced in complex pelvic and acetabular trauma, general orthopaedics, and advanced fracture management.
Dr. Aswani Kumar Singh J. (Vice President – OASIS)
MBBS, MD (Orthopaedics)
Professor, VIMS
Former Clinical Member, Burnley General Hospital NHS Trust
Medical Superintendent, Senior Orthopaedic Surgeon
KOA Membership No: A-28M
Dr. Aswani Kumar Singh is an experienced orthopaedic surgeon and academician with international clinical exposure in the NHS (UK). He serves as Professor at VIMS and Medical Superintendent, contributing significantly to orthopaedic education, trauma care, and surgical excellence.
Dr. Anil B. Patil (Past President)
MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics)
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Lakeview Hospital, Belgaum
KOA Membership No: A-26
Dr. Anil B. Patil is a senior orthopaedic surgeon with more than 25 years of clinical experience. He specializes in joint replacement, arthroscopy, trauma surgery, ACL reconstruction, shoulder arthroscopy, and complex fracture management.
He is associated with multiple hospitals in Belagavi, including Lakeview Hospital, and is an active member of several national and international orthopaedic associations. Dr. Patil is widely respected for his surgical skills, academic involvement, and commitment to patient care.
Dr. Bharath Raju G (President Elect)
MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics)
KOA Membership No: B-39
Dr. Bharath Raju G is an accomplished orthopaedic surgeon and medical leader with extensive administrative experience. He has served in several prestigious positions including:
- Chairman, IOA CSRC 2025
- President, IMA BB (2025–2026)
- Organising Treasurer, IOACON 2024
- Secretary General, KOA (2021–2024)
- President, BOS (2018–2019)
He is widely appreciated for his leadership, academic contribution, and commitment to strengthening orthopaedic education and services in Karnataka.