About Department
Established in 2023, the Department of Prosthetics and Orthotics is committed to advancing rehabilitation care through evidence-based practice, innovative technology, education, research, and compassionate patient-centered service. The department aims to contribute to the holistic rehabilitation of individuals with physical disabilities by providing customized prosthetic and orthotic solutions that promote mobility, functional independence, participation, and quality of life.
The department integrates academic learning with clinical training to prepare students for professional practice in the field of prosthetics and orthotics. The curriculum provides comprehensive exposure to the assessment of patients, clinical decision-making, prescription, design, fabrication, fitting, alignment, and follow-up of prosthetic and orthotic devices. Emphasis is placed on hands-on learning and clinical exposure, enabling students to develop the technical competencies, professional skills, and ethical values required for effective rehabilitation practice.
The department is supported by modern laboratories and experienced faculty and clinical professionals. These facilities provide students with opportunities to develop practical skills and gain familiarity with contemporary technologies, materials, fabrication techniques, and clinical practices in prosthetics and orthotics.
Research and innovation form an integral part of the department's academic activities. The department encourages students and faculty to engage in research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the development of innovative solutions to address emerging challenges in rehabilitation. Community outreach and awareness initiatives are also undertaken to
promote access to rehabilitation services and address the needs of individuals with disabilities in the community.
Since its establishment in 2023, the department has been progressively developing its academic, clinical, research, and community-oriented activities. Through its commitment to education, patient-centered care, research, innovation, and professional development, the department strives to contribute meaningfully to the field of prosthetics and orthotics and to the rehabilitation of individuals with physical disabilities.