Dr. T.N. Balakrishna Gowda is a distinguished Orthopaedic Surgeon with an MBBS and MS in Orthopedics, along with a Fellowship in Arthroplasty. As the Founder and Managing Director of avant bkg Hospitals in Mysore, he brings 27 years of experience and has performed over 30,000 complex trauma cases and 5,000 joint replacement surgeries.

Renowned for his expertise in robotic joint replacement surgeries, hip replacement, and complex fracture management, Dr. Gowda’s dedication has transformed countless lives, including a 103-year-old hip replacement patient. He set a world record in 2024 by performing 31 total knee replacements in a single day. Dr. Gowda has also contributed significantly to orthopaedic care during his 20-year tenure at Apollo BGS Hospitals. He is actively involved in academic advancements, has international training, and has published numerous articles, making him a highly respected figure in Karnataka and beyond.

Dr. Girish Chandra YP holds an MBBS from Adi Chunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Mysore University, and an M.D. in Forensic Medicine from Bangalore Medical College. With 26 years of teaching experience, including 18 years in postgraduate teaching, he has served as an examiner at various esteemed universities and published 28 papers in international and national journals.

Dr. Girish Chandra YP has actively participated in numerous CMEs, conferences on medico-legal issues, and training workshops, including ISO 9001:2000 internal auditing. He has delivered guest lectures on road safety, drug abuse, and medico-legal aspects at multiple institutions and received a letter of appreciation from the Commissioner of Police, Bangalore. His memberships include the PG curriculum board of studies, academic councils, and various medico-legal and academic societies. He has also held significant roles such as Chief Hostel Warden, Associate Editor of the Journal of KAMLS, and Advisory Committee Member for KAMLS 2024.