LAXMI PRASAD MAINALI

Led comprehensive orthopedic and trauma surgical services, overseeing complex cases and contributing to the hospital's clinical excellence and patient care.

• Pioneered advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques, enhancing patient recovery times by an estimated 15-20% and significantly reducing post-operative complications.
• Managed a high-volume caseload of complex orthopedic and trauma emergencies, consistently achieving superior patient outcomes through precise surgical interventions.
• Provided expert consultation and second opinions for challenging orthopedic conditions, guiding treatment plans and upholding international best practices in patient care.
• Mentored and supervised a team of junior surgeons and medical staff, significantly improving departmental surgical proficiency and fostering continuous learning.
• Contributed to the development and implementation of hospital-wide protocols for trauma management, improving emergency response and patient stabilization procedures.

Delivered specialized orthopedic and trauma surgical care, enhancing patient recovery and contributing to community health initiatives.

• Performed a wide range of orthopedic and trauma surgeries, including complex fracture repairs and joint reconstructions, improving mobility for a diverse community.
• Implemented patient-centered treatment plans for acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, leading to enhanced patient satisfaction and functional recovery.
• Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams, optimizing pre-operative, operative, and post-operative care pathways for improved patient outcomes.
• Contributed to community health programs, providing orthopedic expertise and promoting injury prevention awareness to local populations.

Provided critical orthopedic and trauma surgical services, focusing on patient outcomes and operational efficiency within a community hospital setting.

• Managed surgical and non-surgical treatments for diverse orthopedic injuries and conditions, consistently prioritizing effective patient recovery.
• Streamlined surgical workflows and optimized inventory management for orthopedic supplies, contributing to an estimated 10% improvement in operational efficiency.
• Engaged patients in post-surgical care and rehabilitation education, empowering active participation in their recovery process.
• Contributed to emergency department operations by providing timely and effective trauma interventions, stabilizing critically injured patients.

Served as a Registrar and Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgeon, gaining extensive experience in clinical practice and surgical procedures within a major teaching hospital.

• Assisted in and independently performed a significant number of orthopedic and trauma surgeries, refining advanced surgical skills and clinical decision-making under expert supervision.
• Actively participated in daily ward rounds, outpatient clinics, and emergency calls, managing diverse patient cases and contributing to comprehensive patient care plans.
• Contributed to medical research, co-authoring multiple peer-reviewed publications in prominent Nepalese medical journals.
• Engaged in academic development, completing Problem-Based Learning (PBL) tutor training and faculty development workshops to enhance teaching capabilities.

Completed intensive orthopedic fellowship and residency training, developing foundational surgical and clinical expertise in a high-volume trauma center.

• Gained comprehensive hands-on experience across various orthopedic subspecialties, including trauma, spine, and joint replacement, under the guidance of senior consultants.
• Actively contributed to patient diagnosis, treatment planning, and post-operative care for a diverse and complex caseload in a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Developed strong clinical acumen in emergency trauma assessment and stabilization, providing critical initial care to severely injured patients.
• Participated in a high volume of surgical procedures, building proficiency in fundamental and advanced orthopedic techniques.

Recognized for expertise and leadership in orthopedic trauma education, serving as faculty for a foundational course in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Co-authored a publication focusing on minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis techniques for proximal tibia fractures.

Contributed to research on the application of minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis for fractures in the distal third and metaphyseal region of the tibia.

Co-authored a publication on the application of minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) with LCP for distal femoral fractures.

Contributed to a study on minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis using locking compression plates for distal femoral fracture treatment.

Co-authored a prospective study evaluating the outcomes of distal femoral locking compression plate (LCP) in treating distal femoral fractures.

Contributed to research on the effectiveness of spinal anesthesia in managing femoral shaft fractures treated with hip spica casts.

Participated in a cross-sectional study investigating the prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among health science staff in Nepal.

Co-authored research on the treatment outcomes of supracondylar humerus fractures in children, contributing to evidence-based pediatric orthopedic practices.

Co-authored a case report detailing a rare bony hydatid disease, expanding medical literature on complex orthopedic pathology.

Contributed to a case report and literature review on bilateral displaced femoral epiphysis, enhancing understanding of this rare condition.