After obtaining F.R.C.S from U.K.(Edinburgh), in the year 1964, Padmashree Dr. S.M.Hardikarstarted practicing as an Orthopedic Surgeon in Pune in 1971, with a small Nursing Home of 10 beds. As a result of his clinical skill and good doctor patient relationship, within a period of 2 years the situation demanded expansion of his activities thus a Public Charitable Trust was established in 1974, namely Sushrut Medical Care & Research Society, which was based on professional expertise with social commitment. Soon Hardikar Hospital became popular brand name as a leading Accident Hospital and a referral for all types of Trauma and Orthopedic cases for the entire Western Maharashtra and beyond.These surgeries of late become very popular, result oriented and rewarding.