Message from
The President
Dear Esteemed Members, Colleagues, and Friends,
It is a great honour and privilege to serve as the President of the Maharashtra Orthopaedic Association. I express my sincere gratitude to all members for the trust and confidence placed in me. Together, let us continue our journey towards academic excellence, professional growth, and meaningful service to society.
This year, our Presidential Theme — *“Engage, Educate, Empower, Enhance”* — reflects our commitment to strengthening the orthopaedic fraternity across Maharashtra.
- *Engage* – We aim to create stronger connections among members through active participation, collaboration, and inclusive involvement in association activities. By engaging every generation of orthopaedic surgeons, we can build a vibrant and united professional community.
- *Educate* – Continuous learning remains the cornerstone of progress. Through conferences, workshops, webinars, clinical meetings, and academic initiatives, MOA will continue to provide high-quality educational opportunities to keep our members updated with evolving advancements in orthopaedics.
- *Empower* – Empowering young orthopaedic surgeons, residents, women orthopaedic surgeons, and district chapters will be a major focus. By providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for leadership and skill development, we can nurture future leaders of our profession.
- *Enhance* – We aspire to enhance patient care, academic standards, digital outreach, research activities, and the overall impact of MOA at both national and international levels. Together, we can elevate the stature of our association and create lasting value for our members and society.
I invite every member to actively participate in this collective mission. Your ideas, enthusiasm, and support are the true strength of our association. Let us work together to make this year meaningful, productive, and memorable for the Maharashtra Orthopaedic Association.
Wishing all members a successful academic year ahead.
With warm regards,
Dr. N J Karne
President
Maharashtra Orthopaedic Association




