Chenthuran Deivaraju, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon, Assistant Professor - University of Minnesota
CentraCare
St. Cloud, MN
Member Since: 2022
How has the AAOS helped you throughout your career?
Growth of my career all the way from fellowship interviews to obtaining contacts for a job. AAOS also contributes significantly to the maintenance of current medical knowledge.
As an Affiliate Orthopaedic Member, which AAOS resources do you use most and why?
The Annual Meeting. In this era where everything is online, this Annual Meeting allows me to be in touch with my peers and gain valuable current knowledge at the same time.
What’s the best advice you were ever given? Who was it from?
"Treat every patient like you would treat a family member, and you will never be involved in a lawsuit"- Dr. Frank Eismont, former department chair at the University of Miami/ Jackson health system.
What’s your go-to productivity trick?
I show genuine care for my patients.
What’s one thing you’re currently trying to make a habit?
I try to practice regular meditation.
What hobbies do you enjoy in your spare time?
Golf, tennis, and trying to learn music.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself that not many people know?
I built an entire car engine from scratch and it’s running!