The Second Biennial Hand Conference, hosted by NHSS in association with the Indian Society for Surgery of the Hand (ISSH), is a prestigious gathering of India’s top minds in hand surgery. This two-day event promises immersive learning, live surgical insights, and collaborative knowledge exchange in the realms of hand, nerve, and microsurgery.
Event Schedule
30 May 2025 (Friday)
Cadaveric Workshop – KIST Medical College
Participants will gain hands-on dissection experience in advanced surgical techniques directly from national leaders in hand surgery.
31 May 2025 (Saturday)
Main Conference – Hotel Himalaya
A full day of expert lectures, panel discussions, and case studies covering innovations and best practices in the field.
Featured Faculty
Dr. G. KarthikeyanConsultant Plastic Surgeon
Essvee Hospital, Ambattur, Chennai | Apollo Spectra, Alwarpet, Chennai
Dr. G. Karthikeyan is a celebrated name in the world of hand surgery, specializing in brachial plexus injuries, reconstructive microsurgery, and complex hand trauma. He is not only a practicing surgeon but also a widely respected educator.
Through his YouTube channel “GK Hand Surgery”, he has built a global platform with:
- 41,800 subscribers
- 486 educational videos
- 2.9 million total views
He shares two new surgical videos every week, making him a go-to resource for young surgeons and medical professionals interested in surgical excellence and continual learning.
Dr. Raja Tiwari
Additional Professor of Plastic Surgery
AIIMS, New Delhi
Dr. Tiwari brings a wealth of international training and clinical experience. A master of reconstructive microsurgery and aesthetic procedures, he has trained at some of the world’s leading institutions:
- MCh. Plastic Surgery – PGIMER, Chandigarh
- Aesthetic Fellowship – American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, USA
- Advanced Microsurgery Fellowship – Royal Melbourne Hospital, Australia
- Hand, Microvascular & Brachial Plexus Surgery Fellowship – Yamaguchi University, Japan
He is especially known for blending artistic surgical finesse with scientific precision, especially in complex brachial plexus and aesthetic reconstructions.
Dr. Anil Mathew
Professor & Head
Paul Brand Center for Hand Surgery, CMC Vellore, Tamil Nadu
With an extraordinary academic and clinical pedigree, Dr. Mathew is a torchbearer of hand surgery education and complex nerve surgery in India. His academic journey spans several continents:
- MBBS – BMC, Bangalore
- D(Ortho), MS Ortho – CMC Vellore
- MCh Hand Surgery – CMC Vellore
- Fellowships in Tetraplegic Hand Surgery – Switzerland & Sweden
- Fellowship in Hand & Reconstructive Microsurgery – Dalhousie University, Canada
- Observer at Washington University, USA & CHUV Lausanne, Switzerland
Areas of Expertise:
- Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Tetraplegic and Spastic Hand Reconstruction
- Free Flaps and Reconstructive Microsurgery
- Free Functioning Muscle Transfers
He is widely respected for advancing care for patients with nerve paralysis, spastic limbs, and complex traumatic injuries.
Dr. Pankaj Ahire
Dr. Ahire is a promising name in the field, contributing to hand and reconstructive surgery across India.
Dr. Darshan Kumar A. Jain
Consultant Hand & Micro Surgeon, Upper Limb Specialist
Sapiens Clinic, Bangalore
A rising leader in hand and upper limb microsurgery, Dr. Darshan Kumar Jain combines modern techniques with personalized patient care. His impressive qualifications include:
- MS (Ortho), MNAMS
- FNB (Hand & Microsurgery)
- Clinical Fellow – Hand Surgery, NUH Singapore
- PG Diploma in Tissue Banking
- PG Diploma in Hospital & Health Management
Known for his methodical surgical technique and training excellence, Dr. Jain is committed to building India’s microsurgical capacity, especially among younger surgeons.
