Fortis Healthcare has launched a monthly Orthopaedics and Sports Injury Outpatient Department (OPD) in Srinagar, aimed at providing specialized musculoskeletal and sports medicine care to residents. The OPD will be led by Dr. Tapish Shukla, an Associate Consultant in Orthopaedics and Sports Injury at Fortis Escorts Amritsar. It will operate on the fourth Wednesday of every month from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at Syed Health Zone in Karan Nagar, starting from September 8, 2025.
The OPD will offer consultations for a range of conditions, including sports injuries, joint pain, ACL tears, ligament injuries, meniscus repairs, arthroscopy, and other advanced orthopaedic surgeries. This initiative is part of Fortis Healthcare’s commitment to bridging the gap in healthcare between major cities and regions with limited access to specialized care. By providing localized access to specialized care, Fortis aims to reduce the need for patients to travel long distances, thereby decreasing travel costs and physical strain.
According to Dr. Shukla, this initiative will make a significant difference in patient outcomes and quality of life. By bringing specialized care closer to residents, Fortis Healthcare hopes to improve the overall healthcare experience for patients in Srinagar. The launch of the OPD is a positive step towards expanding access to specialized healthcare services in the region.
The introduction of the monthly OPD is expected to benefit patients who require specialized orthopaedic care. With the presence of a leading healthcare chain like Fortis, patients in Srinagar will now have access to high-quality care without having to travel to larger cities. This is likely to lead to improved patient outcomes, reduced healthcare costs, and a better quality of life for residents in the region. Overall, the launch of the Orthopaedics and Sports Injury OPD in Srinagar is a significant development in the region’s healthcare landscape.