Dr. Karim’s clinical expertise covers:
- Degenerative spinal disorders: Herniated discs, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis
- Spinal deformities: Scoliosis, kyphosis, post-traumatic deformities
- Traumatic injuries: Vertebral fractures, spinal cord injuries
- Inflammatory conditions: Ankylosing spondylitis, spinal tuberculosis
- Post-surgical complications: Failed back surgery syndrome, implant-related issues
- Congenital abnormalities: Spinal dysraphism, tethered cord syndrome
Treatments & Services Offered
Dr. Karim provides advanced spinal interventions including:
- Minimally invasive discectomy and decompression procedures
- Spinal fusion techniques (TLIF, PLIF, ALIF)
- Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty for compression fractures
- Scoliosis correction using modern instrumentation systems
- Artificial disc replacement surgery
- Computer-assisted navigation for complex reconstructions
His spine surgery services incorporate rehabilitation protocols developed through his Fellowship Training in Spine Surgery from Japan and Thailand.
Clinical Experience & Professional Credentials
With prestigious international qualifications including:
- Visiting Fellow Spine Surgery (UK)
- AO Spine Scoliosis Training (India)
- APSS Training (Philippines)
- Fellowship Training in Spine Surgery (Japan & Thailand)
Dr. Karim brings global expertise to Dhaka’s medical community. As professor at Bangladesh’s premier orthopedic institution, he trains future surgeons while maintaining an active clinical practice. His research focuses on improving outcomes in spinal deformity correction and minimally invasive techniques.
Chamber & Appointment Details
Dr. Karim sees patients at Popular Diagnostic Center, Shyamoli (Opposite Shyamoli Shishu Mela) during afternoon hours Sunday-Wednesday and Saturday. For appointments at this Dhaka-based chamber, contact +8809666787806. Emergency spinal cases are handled through National Institute of Traumatology & Orthopedic Rehabilitation’s trauma center with 24/7 availability.
