Ilizarov Learning Hub for Young Surgeons
Free lectures, notes and reading lists on Ilizarov and limb reconstruction from Dr. Shamsul Hoda – Chairman, Academic Committee, ASAMI India – for orthopaedic residents and young surgeons.
How to use this hub
Follow the three levels in order. Each module has a lecture, a short note to read, and recommended textbook chapters. Then discuss your own cases in our Sunday Breakfast Meet webinars.
Level 1 – Basic
For residents and beginners
Level 2 – Intermediate
Level 3 – Advanced
Courses and conference sessions
Full recordings from ASAMI India courses and international conferences.
National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session 1
National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session 2
National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session 3
National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session 4
ASAMI India Basic Course, AIIMS Patna, 2022
ASAMICON 2024
Ilizarov Readings Conference 2024
Upcoming ASAMI India courses: asamiindia.org
Recommended reading list
Buy or borrow the original books; we do not host copies.
Transosseous Osteosynthesis
G. A. Ilizarov
Principles of Deformity Correction
D. Paley
The Basic Principles of External Skeletal Fixation Using the Ilizarov and Other Devices
L. N. Solomin
Atlas for the Insertion of Transosseous Wires and Half-Pins
A. Catagni
Ilizarov Technique for Complex Foot and Ankle Deformities
A. Kirienko, A. Villa, J. Calhoun
Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Surgery Case Atlas
S. R. Rozbruch, R. Hamdy
Congenital Clubfoot: Fundamentals of Treatment
I. V. Ponseti
Upcoming Books
Books by Dr. Shamsul Hoda — in preparation and coming soon.
The Neglected Foot Reclaimed
Clinical monograph on adult neglected clubfoot — Ilizarov principles and practice.
Coming soonThe Surgeon's Mind
Focus, calm and clarity for doctors.
Coming soonASAMI India Textbook on Ilizarov and Limb Reconstruction (2 volumes)
Contributor and compiler — in preparation.
Coming soonDownloads
Reading material — free to download.
Book Preview
The Neglected Foot Reclaimed – Ilizarov Principles and Practice in Adult Neglected Clubfoot Correction
Cover, table of contents and an overview of the book.
Download contents (PDF)Lectures & Surgical Technique Videos
All videos from the For Doctors section of the Video Gallery — click any thumbnail to watch on YouTube.
Tips & Tricks in Managing Fresh Fractures with Ilizarov
Basics of Ilizarov Frame Application in Tibial Osteomyelitis
Ilizarov Femoral Frame Application
Bow Leg Correction – CORA & Bone Ninja Planning
Knee Deformity Planning with Bone Ninja
Ilizarov in Clubfoot Deformity Correction
Infected Tibial Non-union – Ilizarov Technique
JESS for Clubfoot – Step-by-Step
Ilizarov in Primary Trauma – BOACON 2019, Purnea
Ilizarov in Elbow Fractures – Bari Course, Dhaka
BOA Outreach Programme, NMCH Sasaram – Ilizarov in Limb Lengthening
Live Surgery – National Ilizarov Course, Patna (BOA & ASAMI India)
National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session
National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session
National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session
National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session
ASAMI India Basic Course – AIIMS Patna, Dec 2022
ASAMICON 2024 – Annual Conference of ASAMI India
Ilizarov Readings Conference 2024
Live Talk – Osteoporosis, Arthritis & Ilizarov (Astha Foundation)
All Ilizarov Lectures
Every lecture from Dr. Shamsul Hoda's YouTube channel, grouped by topic. Click any title to watch on YouTube.
Frame Application & Basics
Deformity Analysis & Planning
Non-union & Bone Infection
Clubfoot & Foot Deformity
Limb Lengthening
Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
Courses & Conference Sessions
- National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session 1
- National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session 2
- National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session 3
- National Ilizarov Course, Patna – Scientific Session 4
- ASAMI India Basic Course, AIIMS Patna, 2022
- ASAMICON 2024
- Ilizarov Readings Conference 2024
Ready to go further?
Join an observership, refer a complex case, or attend the next ASAMI India course.
Sunday Breakfast Meet – online case discussions for young Ilizarov surgeons. Join via our WhatsApp channel.