Dr Farooq Azam Khan

Professor of Orthopedics, Head of the department, Sharif Medical & Dental College, Sharif Medical City, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

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Every surgeon was once a trainee.

Mentorship goes beyond teaching operative technique. It means sharing experience, explaining surgical decisions and helping young surgeons develop safe, independent judgement.
We train hands, but we mentor judgement.
#SurgicalMentorship #Ortho

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Jumbo cup in complex primary THA

A 65 year old patient with coxa magna and a deformed acetabulum required individualised acetabular reconstruction.
A porous coated tantalum acetabular component >64 mm was used.
Radiographs at 4 weeks.
#HipReplacement #Arthroplasty #Orthopaedics

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The real outcome of orthopaedic surgery is not simply a good X ray. It is better function.

Restoring mobility, independence and the confidence to return to everyday life remains the goal.

Movement is a better tomorrow.

#Orthopaedics #JointReplacement #Mobility

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An unusual location for an osteochondroma.
A 25 year old patient presented with a slowly growing mass in the posterior sacroiliac region.
Following imaging, biopsy and tumour workup, planned en bloc resection was performed through a posterior approach.
Histopath showed exostosis.

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Revision knee arthroplasty after mechanical failure
A 74 year old woman, with staged bilateral TKR performed in 2019, presented after a fall at home with failure of the right knee replacement.
After assessment and exclusion of infection, revision TKR was performed using a CCK imp

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Celebrating World Physiotherapy Day 2026 at Sharif Medical City.

Proud to lead the first symposium of SCORS, bringing together academic researchers, physiotherapists and clinicians to strengthen the role of rehabilitation in cardiovascular and stroke care.
#WorldPhysiotherapyDay

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Pleased to contribute as an Expert Panellist at The Knee Meeting 2026, organised by the Pakistan Knee and Hip Society in Lahore.

An excellent forum for focused discussion, exchange of surgical experience and contemporary perspectives in knee surgery and arthroplasty.

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Robotic joint replacement is advancing fast. The real test in low and middle income countries is simple: can precision become affordable, accessible and sustainable?

#RoboticSurgery #Arthroplasty #GlobalSurgery

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Robotic hip replacement surgery at Sharif Medical City, Lahore

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Knee replacement surgery isn't just about a new joint—it's about reclaiming your favorite hikes, morning walks, and dance floors.
New knee, new life. Let’s get moving!
#KneeReplacement #JointHealth #MobilityMatters #Orthopedics

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Hip replacement isn’t just about fixing a joint—it’s about restoring a life.
Seeing a patient trade their walker for hiking boots is why I do what I do. Don't let chronic pain dictate your boundaries. Science has a solution! 🦾
#OrthopedicSurgery #HipReplacement #JointHealth

[Dr Farooq Azam Khan @Fazamkhn]

Tips for healthy knees
• Low-Impact is King: Swap the pavement for a bike or a pool.
• Strength Matters: Build those quads to take the pressure off the joint.
• Listen to Your Body: Rest isn’t quitting; it’s recovering.Small changes today = more miles tomorrow.
#KneeHealth

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Arthritis is a debilitating condition which affects your daily life

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Performing Arthroplasty in resource-limited settings isn't just about the surgery; it's about adaptation.

Precision surgery shouldn't depend on your zip code.
#Orthopaedics #Arthroplasty #MedEd

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Why is arthroplasty still seen as "elective" in low-resource settings? 🌍🩺
With musculoskeletal conditions rising globally, hip and knee replacements are some of the most cost-effective ways to avert disability. It’s time to prioritize functional mobility for all.
#Arthroplasty

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“Signs it’s time for joint replacement:
• Pain even at rest
• Stiffness after sitting
• Medicines no longer help
If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. Solutions exist. Book a consult today. #OrthopedicSurgeonLahore”

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Health economics in developing countries affect surgical decisions….

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The usual osteoarthritis patient in our part of the world

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At University of Health Sciences Lahore, initiation of discipline specific faculty session

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Total knee replacement surgery