About the Department
The Department of Orthopaedics at Medical Teaching Institution (MTI), Ayub Teaching Hospital, Abbottabad, provides specialized assessment and management of conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and other components of the musculoskeletal system.
The department focuses on the evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and disorders, including fractures, joint problems, sports injuries and other orthopaedic conditions. It works in coordination with emergency, diagnostic, surgical and rehabilitation services to support appropriate patient care and recovery.
Clinical Services
The Orthopaedics Department’s services may include:
- Fracture Management: Assessment and treatment of broken bones and related injuries.
- Trauma Care: Evaluation and management of musculoskeletal injuries resulting from accidents and other trauma.
- Joint Disorders: Assessment and treatment of conditions affecting the knees, hips, shoulders and other joints.
- Spinal Conditions: Evaluation of selected musculoskeletal conditions affecting the spine, in coordination with relevant specialists.
- Sports Injuries: Assessment and management of injuries involving muscles, ligaments, tendons and joints.
- Orthopaedic Surgery: Surgical evaluation and treatment of conditions requiring operative intervention.
- Paediatric Orthopaedics: Assessment of selected bone, joint and musculoskeletal conditions in children.
- Degenerative Conditions: Management of conditions such as osteoarthritis and other age-related musculoskeletal disorders.
- Postoperative Follow-up: Monitoring recovery and reviewing patients following orthopaedic procedures.
- Rehabilitation Coordination: Coordination with physiotherapy and rehabilitation services, where available, to support mobility and functional recovery.
The availability of specific surgical procedures, subspecialty clinics and rehabilitation services should be confirmed through the hospital’s current service directory.
Outpatient Department (OPD) & Appointments
Patients should consult the approved OPD schedule or the IBP Clinics directory for currently published consultant details, clinic timings and appointment information.
Patients are encouraged to bring previous medical records, X-ray images, CT or MRI reports where applicable, and details of current medications when attending an appointment.
Emergency Care
Suspected fractures, severe injuries, major swelling following trauma, open wounds involving bones, or injuries associated with numbness, loss of movement or reduced blood circulation require urgent medical assessment.
In an emergency, proceed directly to the hospital’s Emergency Department for immediate evaluation and appropriate orthopaedic care.
Our Commitment
The Orthopaedics Department is committed to providing patient-centred care through appropriate clinical assessment, evidence-based treatment and coordination with relevant specialties. Its goal is to help patients manage musculoskeletal conditions, recover function and improve their mobility and quality of life.
Department of Orthopaedics
Medical Teaching Institution (MTI)
Ayub Teaching Hospital, Abbottabad