Orthopedic Surgeon

About Orthopedic Surgeon

An orthopedic surgeon, or orthopaedic surgeon, is a surgeon who is specialized in the diagnosis, pre-operative, operative and post-operative treatment of diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system.

Orthopedics is the branch of surgery dealing with the conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use surgical as well as nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, sports injuries, spine diseases, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors and congenital disorders.

Orthopedic surgeons work closely with other healthcare professionals like pediatrician, sports medicine specialist etc.

Below are major roles of an Orthopedic surgeon:

• Diagnosis of your injury or disorder.
• Medication, exercise, casting, surgery and/ or other options.
• Patient rehabilitation by recommending exercises or physical therapy to restore movement, strength and function.
• Prevention with information and treatment plans to prevent any future injury or slow the progression of disease.

Procedures Performed

• Musculoskeletal pain
• Sports injuries
• Back pain, ruptured disks and spinal stenosis
• Bone tumors
• Carpal tunnel, hand arthritis and hand injuries
• Club foot, bow legs and hip dysplasia
• Orthopaedic trauma
• Limb lengthening
• Achilles tendon injuries, bunions and foot and ankle injuries
• Osteoporosis
• Arthritis