Future Research Projects: Major developmental plans for Hi-tech benefits to the orthopedic patients are envisaged. Addition of 6000 sq. ft. construction for development of Spine Center and Research and Academic Department. Strengthening of equipment facilities by addition of hi-tech equipments for joint replacement and spinal surgeries. Hardikar Academy of medi-vocational courses has been established to start para-medical courses for training of Operation Theatre Assistant, Medical Receptionist, ICU Assistant and Ward Assistant. PROPOSED COMMUNITY ORIENTED ACTIVITIES: Development of community based orthopedic centers. Teachers training programme. Training of local artisans and orthopedic assistants. Community education programme on prevention of Orthopedic problems in rural areas. Free and concessional treatment is given to a large number of patients. Activities such as prevention of road accidents, free Polio Camps, Spine and backache camps, Survey of deformities etc., have taken the hospital services at the door step of Urban and Rural population. A community based project on Reproductive & child health has been undertaken since past two years in our field area Karjat.   Post Graduate training was imparted to students who are now practicing in different parts of Maharashtra. This activity has now grown into an established and quality based practice. Hardikar Hospital has completed 25 years of humanitarian services in the field of Orthopedics& Rehabilitation. Highly qualified and experienced super specialty consultants are attached to the hospital which include:- Neurosurgeons. Plastic & reconstructive surgeons Vascular surgeons. Facio Maxillary surgeons. Urology surgeons. TOP