BRIEF INTRODUCTION

Dr. Kamal has extensively worked in the field of Foot & Ankle problems. His expertise in this field continues to grow after attending several training programmes across the globe.

He has been an Observer at Duke University Medical Centre, Durham, North Carolina, USA, super specialising in Foot and Ankle ailments.

EDUCATION

Dr. Kamal Dureja began his medical education in 1977 from Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi and completed his post-graduation degree in Orthopaedics in 1987 from the same college.

He was awarded a Gold Medal during his residency.

EXPERIENCE

• Principal Consultant & Head – Foot & Ankle,
  Max Smart Hospital (since January 2017)

• Senior Consultant,
  Max Hospital (since 2002)

• Senior Consultant,
  Sant Parmanand Hospital & Sunder Lal Hospital (1995–2002)

AWARDS / ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Gold Medal during his Master’s programme

• Faculty (Teacher) for the overseas course of British Foot & Ankle Society as well as Indian Foot & Ankle Society

• Vice President, Indian Foot & Ankle Society (2016–2017)

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Complex trauma of the ankle such as Pilon fractures, Tri-malleolar fracture dislocations, Talus and Calcaneus fractures, Lisfranc injuries, and Turf toe injuries, managed as per the highest international standards of care.

• Deformities due to Diabetes, Charcot Arthropathy, and neurological conditions are corrected to improve ambulation and conserve energy.

• Congenital foot deformities are surgically addressed to achieve a near-normal shape and function of the feet.

• Bunion and Hammer toe corrections are performed in a manner that practically requires no bed rest.

• Sports-related ankle injuries such as ligament tears and OLT are treated without cast or plaster, with successful outcomes.

Overall, the standard of Foot and Ankle treatment in the hospital setting is at par with international standards.

MEMBERSHIPS

• Faculty member, Synthes Training Course on Foot & Ankle and Indo-U.S. Foot & Ankle Courses

• Founder Member, Asia Pacific Foot and Ankle Society

• Executive Member, Indian Foot Society