Dr. Prakash Sigedar
Dr. Prakash Sigedar is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon, academician, researcher, medical
author, and healthcare leader with more than three decades of dedicated clinical experience in
orthopedic surgery. Based in Jalna, Maharashtra, India, he has devoted his professional life to
improving musculoskeletal health through compassionate patient care, medical education,
research, and community service.
After completing his MBBS from Government Medical College, Ambajogai, he obtained his
post graduation in Orthopedics and further enhanced his leadership and management skills by
earning an MBA in Human Resource Management. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik, with research focusing on
locomotor disability, rehabilitation, and quality of life among children with disabilities.
Throughout his career, Dr. Sigedar has successfully managed thousands of patients with
fractures, joint disorders, spinal conditions, osteoporosis, trauma, sports injuries, and
degenerative musculoskeletal diseases. His special areas of interest include geriatric orthopedics,
osteoporosis, fragility fractures, disability assessment and rehabilitation, patient-centered
communication, operation theater safety, preventive orthopedics, and healthcare quality
improvement.
Recognizing the growing healthcare needs of an ageing population, Dr. Sigedar has dedicated
considerable effort to promoting comprehensive orthopedic care for older adults. He strongly
believes that successful treatment extends beyond surgery and encompasses prevention,
rehabilitation, nutrition, fall prevention, functional recovery, emotional well-being, and
preservation of independence. This philosophy forms the foundation of "Ortho Care for Elderly:
360 Degree Care for Geriatric Orthopedic Problems – Ensuring Mobility, Dignity and
Longevity."
An accomplished medical writer, Dr. Sigedar has authored and edited numerous books covering
orthopedic surgery, disability assessment, patient communication, operation theater protocols,
medical ethics, and holistic healthcare. His publications are recognized for combining scientific
evidence with practical clinical guidance, making them valuable resources for students, residents,
practicing clinicians, and healthcare professionals.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Sigedar has played an active leadership role in professional
organizations. He has served as Honorary Secretary of the Maharashtra Orthopaedic Association
(MOA) and has been a member of the Executive Committee of the Indian Orthopaedic
Association (IOA). He currently serves as President of Aarogya Bharati, Devgiri Prant, and has
been entrusted with several important academic and organizational responsibilities at the state
and national levels.
A passionate teacher and mentor, Dr. Sigedar believes that knowledge grows when it is shared.
He has delivered numerous lectures, conducted educational workshops, contributed to scientific
meetings, and mentored young orthopedic surgeons throughout his career. His teaching
philosophy emphasizes ethical practice, lifelong learning, critical thinking, and compassionate
patient care.
His vision of healthcare extends beyond treating disease. He advocates preventive medicine,
healthy ageing, multidisciplinary collaboration, patient empowerment, and the integration of
technology with human values. His guiding principle is simple yet profound:
"Treat the person, not merely the disease; preserve mobility, protect dignity, and promote
longevity."
Through this book, Dr. Prakash Sigedar hopes to inspire healthcare professionals to adopt a
holistic, evidence-based, and patient-centered approach to geriatric orthopedic care, ensuring that
every older adult can enjoy an active, independent, and dignified life.
