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Dr. Pritish Singh

Orthopedic Surgeon

, Faridabad, India

19 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Hindi

USD 43 USD 35 for video consultation


Dr.Pritish Singh is a specialized Orthopedics Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in India. The doctor has 19 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in India.
Dr. Chintapeta Ravi

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Hyderabad, India

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English , Telugu

 


Dr. Chintapeta Ravi is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Hyderabad, India. The doctor has over 26 Years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Chintapeta Ravi is part of:

  • IMA
  • IOA
  • Indian Arothroplasty Association
  • Association Of Spine Surgeries, India
  • Indo German Orthopedic Foundation

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (Otho)
  • MRCS UK Joint Replacement

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Film Nagar, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Dr. Vibhore Singhal

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Delhi, India

24 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Vibhore Singhal is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Venkateshwar Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Vibhore Singhal is part of:

  • Member of Indian Orthopaedic Association
  • Member of Delhi Orthopaedic Association
  • Member of Dehradun Orthopaedic club, Uttaranchal
  • Alumni member SGH and Singapore Orthopaedic association
  • Lifetime Member IMA, Dwarka.

Certifications :

  • FSAA (UK)
  • FARS (Signapore)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (Ortho)

Hospital Address :

Venkateshwar Hospital, Sector 18, Sector 18A, Dwarka, Delhi, India

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Dr. Ahmet Guray Batmaz

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Ahmet Guray Batmaz is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Atasehir, Turkey. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Atasehir Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ahmet Guray Batmaz is part of:

  • Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology Intern Young Specialist Physician
  • Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology Federation of Orthopedic Trainees in Europe

Qualifications :

  • Hacettepe University Medical Faculty - Medical Training
  • Hacettepe University Medical Faculty - Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialisation Training

Hospital Address :

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What is the medical expertise of Dr Ahmet Guray Batmaz?

  • Dr Ahmet Guray Batmaz is a notable orthopedic surgeon with 12 years of experience in performing hip arthroplasty, knee arthroplasty and upper limb surgery. He also specializes in pediatric orthopedics.
  • Over the course of his career, Dr Batmaz has published more than 7 research articles in international and national journals of repute. Some of his publications include:
    1. Batmaz AG, Kayaalp ME, Oto O, Bulbul AM. Sealing of the Femoral Tunnel with an Autologous Bone Graft Decreases Blood Loss. Acta Chir Orthop Traumatol Cech. 2016;83(5):348-350. Czech.
    2. Chondrocyte proliferation, viability and differentiation declined following the administration of methylphenidate utilized for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Hum Exp Toxicol. 2017 Sep;36(9):981-992.
    3. Effect of naproxen on proliferation and differentiation of primary cell cultures isolated from human cartilage tissue. Exp Ther Med. 2018 Sep;16(3):1647-1654.
  • Dr Batmaz is a member of numerous professional organizations such as the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology and the Federation of Orthopedic Trainees in Europe.
Dr. Ali Erdem Bagatur

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Ankara, Turkey

38 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Ali Erdem Bagatur is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Ankara Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ali Erdem Bagatur is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Chamber
  • Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • Turkish Arthroplasty Society
  • Turkish Society for Surgery of the Hand and Upper Extremity
  • Turkish Society for Surgery of the Foot and Ankle
  • European Pediatric Orthopaedic Society

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpa?a School of Medicine (1991-1997)
  • Istanbul University School of Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program (1997-2001)

Hospital Address :

S?tz Mahallesi, Medicana International Ankara, S?tz Cad Eski?ehir Yolu zeri, ankaya/Ankara, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ali Erdem Bagatur?

  • With more than three decades of experience, Dr Ali Erdem Bagatur is a renowned orthopedic surgeon who specializes in trauma treatment, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, peripheral nerve neuropathy surgery and hand and upper extremity surgery.
  • Dr Bagatur is associated with numerous prestigious professional bodies such as the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association, the Turkish Society of Arthroplasty, and the Turkish Society for Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery.
  • He has the Turkish Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology Education Council Board Certificate.
  • Dr Bagatur has several publications to his credit. Some of his high-impact research works include:
    1. A Simple Method for Fixation of Proximal Opening-Wedge Osteotomy of the First Metatarsal for Correction of Hallux Valgus. A. Erdem Bagatur, Mehmet Albayrak, Yunus Emre Akman, Merter Yalcinkaya, Utku Erdem Ozer, M. Burak Yalçin, Orthopedics 2016 Nov 1;39(6):e1213-e1217.
    2. Retrosternal displacement of the clavicle after medial physeal fracture in an adolescent: MRI. Utku Erdem Ozer, M. Burak Yalçin, Kaya Kanberoglu, A. Erdem Bagatur Journal of Paediatric Orthopaedics-B 2014; 23 (4): 375-378.
    3. Neurolysis for failed tarsal tunnel surgery. Merter Yalcinkaya, Utku Erdem Ozer, M. Burak Yalcin, A. Erdem Bagatur. Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery 2014;53(6):794-8
Dr. Emad Aziz Tawfik

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

11 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Emad Aziz Tawfik is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Medeor 24X7 Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Emad Aziz Tawfik is part of:

  • AO
  • EOA

Qualifications :

  • MBBCh
  • MSc

Hospital Address :

Medeor 24x7 Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Emad Aziz Tawfik?

  • With more than 20 years of experience, Dr Emad Tawfik is a popular orthopedic surgeon specializing in the treatment of conditions such as osteoporosis, chronic and acute lower back pain, scoliosis, kyphosis and ACL tears.
  • Dr Tawfik has Eastern Orthopedic Association(EOA) and AO membership. He also completed the IGASS Fellowship in Spine Surgery in France.
Dr. Feras Haidar

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Feras Haidar is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Al Nahda Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda.

Association and Memberships Dr. Feras Haidar is part of:

  • Member of AO-trauma Community
  • Member of the Scientific Committee of ICJR-ME
  • Member of International Society of Technology Arthroplasty (ISTA)
  • Member of Syrian Orthopedic Society

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

NMC Speciality Hospital Al Nahda Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Feras Haidar?

  • Dr Feras Haidar has 20 years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon. Over the course of his career, he has executed 1000+ knee replacement surgeries successfully. He has expertise in trauma surgeries, arthroscopy, arthroplasty, joint replacement surgery, and sports medicine.
  • Dr Haidar is a member of the AO Trauma Community, the Syrian Orthopedic Association, ICJR-ME and the International Society for Technology in Arthroplasty.
  • He completed a Fellowship in Joint Replacement Surgery and has the Arab Board Certificate in Orthopedic Surgery(2010).
  • Dr Haidar has many publications to his credit. These include:
    1. Posterior stabilized total knee arthroplasty increases the risk of postoperative periprosthetic fractures.
    2. Cruciate-Retaining Implant Is a Better Choice in Obese Patients to Reduce Early Postoperative Complications.
Dr. Mithun Shivgouda Patil

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

14 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi , Kannada , Marathi

 


Dr. Mithun Shivgouda Patil is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Aster DM Healthcare.

Certifications :

  • Specialized Training in Arthroscopy and Arthroplasty.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (Ortho)

Hospital Address :

Aster DM Healthcare - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. P K Agarwal

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

35 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. P K Agarwal is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital - Al Ain.

Certifications :

  • AO Fellow (Germany)
  • Spine fellow (Edinburgh, UK)
  • Ranawat Arthroplasty Fellow (NY, USA)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (Orthopedics)
  • MS (General Surgery)

Hospital Address :

NMC Specialty Hospital Al Ain - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr P K Agarwal?

  • Dr PK Agarwal has over 35 years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon. He has expertise in arthroplasty, trauma surgery, spine surgery, hip and knee replacements, and finger joint replacements.
  • Dr Agarwal is a Ranawat Arthroplasty Fellow(NY, USA), AO Fellow(Germany), and Spine Fellow( Edinburgh, UK).
Dr. Rahul Shivadey

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Rahul Shivadey is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Zulekha Hospital Dubai.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Arthroscopy and Joint Replacement from Uszoki Hospital, Budapest, Hungary

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (Ortho)

Hospital Address :

Zulekha Hospital Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Mohamed Farouk

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic

 


Dr. Mohamed Farouk is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 13 Years of experience and is associated with Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mohamed Farouk is part of:

  • Association for the Study of Internal Fixation

Certifications :

  • Certified in Advanced Trauma life Support (ATLS) as well as Basic Life Support (BLS).

Qualifications :

  • MBMCh
  • M.Sc.

Hospital Address :

Burjeel Hospital - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Mohamed Farouk?

  • Dr Mohamed Farouk has more than 13 years of experience in fracture and trauma management, muscle pain, lower back pain management, joint mobilization, sprains, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and soft tissue injuries.
  • He is a respected member of the Association for the Study of Internal Fixation and has completed certification in advanced life support(ALS).
Dr. Ahmet Alanay

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

29 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Ahmet Alanay is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Altunizade, Turkey. The doctor has over 29 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Altunizade Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ahmet Alanay is part of:

  • Spine Society of Europe Spine / Advisory Board Membership
  • European Federation of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
  • American Bone and Joint Society
  • Spine deformity /Editorial Board Membership
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Turk Orthopedics and Traumatology Union Association
  • Scoliosis Research Society
  • North American Spine Society

Certifications :

  • Visiting Professorship, UCLA School of Medicine, Comprehensive Spine Center, USA Spine Research Fellowship on Spinal Deformity, University of Kansas Medical Center, USA

Qualifications :

  • Bornova Anadolu High School Ankara University School of Medicine Hacettepe University School of Medicine Orthopedics and Traumatology

Hospital Address :

Altunizade, Acbadem Hastanesi - Altunizade, Yurtcan Soka,

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ahmet Alanay?

  • Dr Ahmet Alanay has 29 years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon. He is skilled in performing surgeries for Scoliosis, Spinal deformities, and Kyphosis.
  • Dr Alanay has special interests in adult and pediatric spinal disorders. He has the requisite skills to perform a range of advanced orthopedic surgical techniques such as neuro motorization for scoliosis, vertebroplasty for vertebral fractures, and anterior thoracoscopic tethering techniques for treating scoliosis.
  • He is the Chair of the Education Council of one of the most prestigious spinal societies in the world, the Scoliosis Research Society. Dr Alanay is also one of the founding members of the renowned European Spinal Study Group(ESSG). He holds professional memberships in organizations such as the European Federation of Orthopedics and Traumatology, the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association, and the North American Spine Society.
  • Owing to his impressive credentials and vast knowledge in the field of orthopedic surgery, Dr Alanay serves as a member of the Editorial Board of several reputed journals such as the JBJS Reviews, Spine Deformity and the European Spine Journal. He is the Associate Editor of the Journal of Spine Surgery.
  • He completed a Fellowship in Spine Surgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center.
  • Over the course of his career, Dr Ahmet has published more than 85 research articles in well-known journals and books. Some of his publications include:
    1. Building clinically actionable models for predicting mechanical complications in postoperatively well-aligned adult spinal deformity patients using the XGBoost algorithm.
    2. Does the use of postoperative brace help prevent mechanical complications following adult deformity surgery?
    3. Operative differences for posterior spinal fusion after vertebral body tethering: Are we fusing more levels in the end?
Dr. Ata Can Atalar

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Ata Can Atalar is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Maslak, Turkey. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Maslak Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ata Can Atalar is part of:

  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
  • Turkish Sports Injuries
  • Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD)
  • European Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (SECEC / ESSSE)
  • AO Trauma (Association for questions of osteosynthesis)
  • Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • 2016 Istanbul University, Istanbul School of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Professor Doctor
  • 2010 Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty, Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Associate Professor Doctor
  • 2003 European Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery SECEC, ESSSE (European Society for Surgery of Shoulder and Elbow) Scholarship
  • 2001 Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • 1995 Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty
  • 1989 Istanbul Boys High School

Hospital Address :

Dar

Dr. Aziz Kaya Alturfan

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

37 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Aziz Kaya Alturfan is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Fulya, Turkey. The doctor has over 37 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Fulya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Aziz Kaya Alturfan is part of:

  • Turkey Sports Traumatology,
  • Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD)
  • Turkey's National Olympic Committee (NOC)

Qualifications :

  • 1975 Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • 1969 Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty

Hospital Address :

Dikilita Mahallesi, Acbadem Fulya Hastanesi, Hakk Yeten Caddesi, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Aziz Kaya Alturfan?

  • Dr Aziz Kaya Alturfan is a prominent orthopedic surgeon with 37 years of experience. He has expertise in traumatology and arthroscopic surgery.
  • He is a part of renowned international and national organizations such as the Capa Faculty of Medicine Department of Orthopedics , the Turkish National Olympic Committee (NOC), Turkey Sports Traumatology and the Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association( TUSYAD).

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About Orthopedics Specialist

An orthopedic doctor specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of your musculoskeletal system that is your bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, nerves, and tendons. While some orthopaedists are generalists, others specialize in certain areas of the body like:

  • Hip and knee
  • Foot and ankle
  • Shoulder and elbow
  • Hand
  • Spine

People sometimes might confuse orthopedic doctors with orthopedic surgeons. It is important to note that not all orthopedic doctors are orthopedic surgeons. Orthopaedic surgeons are trained in conducting orthopedic surgeries which is not the case with an orthopedic physician.

People visit an orthopedic doctor for various musculoskeletal issues including:

  • Sports injuries
  • Back pain, ruptured disks and spinal stenosis
  • Bone tumors
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome, 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

Procedures Performed

Below are some of the most commonly performed orthopedic procedures:

  • Joint Replacement Surgery
  • Revision Joint Surgery
  • Debridement
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Bone Fusion
  • Soft tissue repair
  • Bone fracture repair
  • Osteotomy
  • Arthroscopy
  • Treatment for bone or muscle injury
  • Spine Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Hip Replacement surgery

Top Orthopedics Specialists

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Rajeev VermaManipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi
Dr. Giedrius KvederasKardiolita Hospital, Vilnius, Vilnius
Dr. Enric CaceresDexeus University Hospital, Barcelona
Dr. Ignacio GinebredaDexeus University Hospital, Barcelona
Dr. Gorka KnorrCentro Medico Teknon, Barcelona
Dr. Manuel Ribas FernandezDexeus University Hospital, Barcelona
Dr. Mandeep SinghMedeor Hospital , New Delhi
Dr. Bhatiprollu S MurthyMax Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali, Ghaziabad

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Orthopedics Specialist

Living life with mobility issues or joint pain is a difficult task. If you are experiencing muscle or bone pain that hasn’t resolved with rest, scheduling an orthopedic consultation can benefit you in various ways. During these mobility issues, it is better for you to sit at home and consult a specialist at your ease. On top of that, choosing a board-certified & renowned specialist in any of the famous orthopedic destinations can be the best decision for your medical journey. We have listed some of the major reasons to avail an online consultation with an Orthopedic specialist at multiple locations overseas-

  • Waiting for the condition to worsen could result in long-term pain or disability, therefore you must consult a specialist
  • Without any hassle of traveling and spending a lot of money, you will be able to explain your condition to the specialist on a virtual call
  • Severe pain that prevents walking, mobility, or regular daily activities must be examined immediately. This process is made easier with the help of an Orthopedics specialist
  • All the Orthopedic specialists listed on Telemedicine by MediGence are board-certified, globally renowned, and highly experienced in the field
  • An online orthopedic consultation helps you get the correct diagnosis fast and access the best line of treatment on the right track to get a speedy recovery
  • An Orthopedics specialist can be the best point of contact when your condition demands any non-surgical interventions and physiotherapy
  • An Orthopedic specialist may also refer you to an Orthopedic surgeon if your condition requires surgical intervention.
  • When in contact with a skilled and experienced Orthopedics specialist, the post-operative recovery and rehabilitation period becomes seamless, and one is better able to traverse it.
  • When a patient meets and converses with a specialist over a virtual medium, they avoid the risk of infection and other related risks that they would face in a hospital setting during an in-person session.
  • Treating a doctor plays the main role in gaining your mobility back and getting an improved quality of life. It is very critical to choose the right specialist. With online consultation, you can observe and choose the right fertility specialist for your further treatment process.
  • Teleconsultation with an Orthopedics specialist can cost you between 123 USD- 456 USD

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Type of Orthopedics Specialist available Worldwide?

Top Speciality Doctors Worldwide:

  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Knee Replacement Surgeon
  • Hip Replacement Surgeon
  • Sports Medicine Specialist
  • Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

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Who is an Orthopedic Specialist?

Orthopedics is a medical field that focuses on conditions and diseases that affect the musculoskeletal system. This includes your ligaments, bones, joints, tendons, muscles, and nerves.

People visit an orthopedic doctor when they suffer from an injury or have a chronic condition, such as lower back pain or arthritis.

An orthopedic specialist is also referred to as an orthopedic surgeon, who focuses on helping you in getting relief from musculoskeletal issues. Their duties generally include:

  • Diagnosing as well as treating conditions that may affect your musculoskeletal system.
  • Assisting or rehabilitation, aimed at regaining movement, strength, flexibility, and range of motion following an injury or surgery.
  • Forming strategies or treatment plans to prevent injury and to provide alternative treatment options to prevent worsening of chronic conditions like arthritis.
  • While an orthopedic specialist has complete knowledge about all parts of the musculoskeletal system, some of them specialize further. Some of the subspecialty areas of orthopedics include hip, spine, knee, foot, ankle, shoulder, elbow, hand, trauma surgery, and sports medicine.

Different orthopedic specialists specialize even further in specific parts of the body, such as the hip, ankle, foot, or shoulder. A few of them also specialize in treating children. Pediatric orthopedists monitor bone growth issues in children, such as like scoliosis or developmental problems that a child is born with, such as clubfoot or hip dysplasia.

What are the qualifications of an Orthopedic Specialist?

Aspiring orthopedic specialists need to obtain a 5½ years MBBS degree and then 2- 3 years MS (orthopedics). Interested candidates have to follow the below-given steps to become an orthopedic specialist:

Step 1:

Science students who have appeared in +2 (with Chemistry, physics, and biology as main subjects) need to appear in a medical entrance test.

Step 2:

After completing the four and half years of MBBS course and one year and six months of mandatory training, one has to pursue MS (Ortho) to work as an Orthopaedic Surgeon.

Step 3:

After completing two to three years of MS (Ortho) course, an Orthopaedist can get jobs in government hospitals and can also open their own clinic to provide services to patients.

What conditions does an Orthopedic Specialist treat?

Orthopedic doctors treat a wide variety of conditions, including but not limited to the following:

  • tennis elbow
  • ankle sprain
  • meniscus tear
  • bone fractures
  • muscle strains
  • joint or back pain
  • arthritis
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • injuries to tendons or ligaments like tendonitis, sprains, and ACL tears
  • limb abnormalities, such as bowlegs and clubfoot
  • bone cancer
  • fractures, such as broken hip, broken wrist, kneecap, compression fracture of the vertebrae
  • ruptured disks and spinal stenosis
  • Carpal tunnel, hand arthritis, and hand injuries
  • club foot, bow legs, and hip dysplasia
  • Achilles tendon injuries, bunions, and foot, and ankle injuries
  • osteoporosis, osteomyelitis, osteomalacia
  • Tenosynovitis, tendinitis, muscle atrophy
What diagnostic tests are required by Orthopedics Specialist?

Your orthopedic specialist may recommend some tests to get a better picture of your problem. Most of the diagnostic imaging procedures are noninvasive and also give high-resolution images of bones, tendons, joints, or muscles.

Some diagnostic tests to detect orthopedic conditions are as follows:

  • Bone density scan
  • Computerized axial tomography (CAT) scan
  • Fluoroscopy
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Ultrasound
  • X-ray
  • Arthrography
  • Bone scan
  • Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
  • Discography
  • Doppler Ultrasound
  • Dual-Photon Absorptiometry
  • Electromyography
  • Peripheral Bone Density Testing
  • Radiographs
When should you visit an Orthopedic Specialist?

The human body has more than 300 bones and joints. If just one of them is not functioning properly, you could experience pain and discomfort which may affect your day-to-day activities. You may want to know when to visit an orthopedic specialist. An orthopedic doctor specializes in the treatment of conditions related to the bones and joints and can help in the diagnosis and treatment of your ailments. Knowing when to see an orthopedic doctor may not be always easy, but the below-given symptoms and signs are a sure indication to see an orthopedic specialist.

  • Difficulty performing daily activities
  • Suffering from consistent chronic pain
  • Range of motions becoming very limited
  • Experiencing instability while walking or standing
  • Have a soft tissue injury
  • Any joint or bone injury with broken skin
  • Joint or extremity is deformed, for example, a finger that is now crooked
  • Loss of range of motion in a joint like your elbow, knee, or shoulder
  • Pain, swelling, loss of motion, and discoloration lasting more than 48 hours
  • Tingling and numb hands
  • Trouble climbing stairs
  • Shoulder pain
  • Painful joints
  • Twisted ankles
  • Swollen wrist or joints
  • Weak, stiff, bruised muscles
What can you expect from your first visit with an Orthopedic Specialist?

An orthopedic specialist will ask you about your general health, previous health conditions, complete family medical history, and other current conditions that you may be suffering from. They will especially want to know about conditions such as anemia, diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis, obesity, and hypertension, because these conditions may affect the treatment options that the surgeon provides.

You need to discuss all pain that you are currently experiencing with your orthopedic doctor. You will also likely discuss it in detail with your doctor.

Also, make sure you discuss any past injuries or existing conditions that could be having a negative effect on the existing orthopedic condition. Before your consultation with the doctor, it might be helpful to maintain a pain journal where you could record activities and positions that are causing pain anywhere in the body. Don’t forget to bring the journal along with you for your consultation and share it with the doctor.

Which are the most common procedures performed by an Orthopedics Specialist?

An orthopedic medical procedure is part of a medical procedure used for the treatment of conditions of the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic specialists utilize both nonsurgical and surgical methods to treat musculoskeletal injuries, sports injuries, spine ailments, tumors, degenerative diseases, and inborn disorders.

Here is the list of common orthopedic surgeries.

  • ACL Reconstruction Surgery
  • Knee Replacement Surgery
  • Shoulder Replacement Surgery
  • Hip Replacement Surgery
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Ankle Repair
  • Spinal Surgeries
  • Joint Fusion
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteotomy
  • Vertebroplasty / Kyphoplasty
  • Rotator Cuff Surgery
  • Herniated Disk Surgery

FAQs related to

Who is an Orthopedic Specialist?

Orthopedics is a medical field that focuses on conditions and diseases that affect the musculoskeletal system. This includes your ligaments, bones, joints, tendons, muscles, and nerves.

People visit an orthopedic doctor when they suffer from an injury or have a chronic condition, such as lower back pain or arthritis.

An orthopedic specialist is also referred to as an orthopedic surgeon, who focuses on helping you in getting relief from musculoskeletal issues. Their duties generally include:

  • Diagnosing as well as treating conditions that may affect your musculoskeletal system.
  • Assisting or rehabilitation, aimed at regaining movement, strength, flexibility, and range of motion following an injury or surgery.
  • Forming strategies or treatment plans to prevent injury and to provide alternative treatment options to prevent worsening of chronic conditions like arthritis.
  • While an orthopedic specialist has complete knowledge about all parts of the musculoskeletal system, some of them specialize further. Some of the subspecialty areas of orthopedics include hip, spine, knee, foot, ankle, shoulder, elbow, hand, trauma surgery, and sports medicine.

Different orthopedic specialists specialize even further in specific parts of the body, such as the hip, ankle, foot, or shoulder. A few of them also specialize in treating children. Pediatric orthopedists monitor bone growth issues in children, such as like scoliosis or developmental problems that a child is born with, such as clubfoot or hip dysplasia.

What are the qualifications of an Orthopedic Specialist?

Aspiring orthopedic specialists need to obtain a 5½ years MBBS degree and then 2- 3 years MS (orthopedics). Interested candidates have to follow the below-given steps to become an orthopedic specialist:

Step 1:

Science students who have appeared in +2 (with Chemistry, physics, and biology as main subjects) need to appear in a medical entrance test.

Step 2:

After completing the four and half years of MBBS course and one year and six months of mandatory training, one has to pursue MS (Ortho) to work as an Orthopaedic Surgeon.

Step 3:

After completing two to three years of MS (Ortho) course, an Orthopaedist can get jobs in government hospitals and can also open their own clinic to provide services to patients.

What conditions does an Orthopedic Specialist treat?

Orthopedic doctors treat a wide variety of conditions, including but not limited to the following:

  • tennis elbow
  • ankle sprain
  • meniscus tear
  • bone fractures
  • muscle strains
  • joint or back pain
  • arthritis
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • injuries to tendons or ligaments like tendonitis, sprains, and ACL tears
  • limb abnormalities, such as bowlegs and clubfoot
  • bone cancer
  • fractures, such as broken hip, broken wrist, kneecap, compression fracture of the vertebrae
  • ruptured disks and spinal stenosis
  • Carpal tunnel, hand arthritis, and hand injuries
  • club foot, bow legs, and hip dysplasia
  • Achilles tendon injuries, bunions, and foot, and ankle injuries
  • osteoporosis, osteomyelitis, osteomalacia
  • Tenosynovitis, tendinitis, muscle atrophy
What diagnostic tests are required by Orthopedics Specialist?

Your orthopedic specialist may recommend some tests to get a better picture of your problem. Most of the diagnostic imaging procedures are noninvasive and also give high-resolution images of bones, tendons, joints, or muscles.

Some diagnostic tests to detect orthopedic conditions are as follows:

  • Bone density scan
  • Computerized axial tomography (CAT) scan
  • Fluoroscopy
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Ultrasound
  • X-ray
  • Arthrography
  • Bone scan
  • Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
  • Discography
  • Doppler Ultrasound
  • Dual-Photon Absorptiometry
  • Electromyography
  • Peripheral Bone Density Testing
  • Radiographs
When should you visit an Orthopedic Specialist?

The human body has more than 300 bones and joints. If just one of them is not functioning properly, you could experience pain and discomfort which may affect your day-to-day activities. You may want to know when to visit an orthopedic specialist. An orthopedic doctor specializes in the treatment of conditions related to the bones and joints and can help in the diagnosis and treatment of your ailments. Knowing when to see an orthopedic doctor may not be always easy, but the below-given symptoms and signs are a sure indication to see an orthopedic specialist.

  • Difficulty performing daily activities
  • Suffering from consistent chronic pain
  • Range of motions becoming very limited
  • Experiencing instability while walking or standing
  • Have a soft tissue injury
  • Any joint or bone injury with broken skin
  • Joint or extremity is deformed, for example, a finger that is now crooked
  • Loss of range of motion in a joint like your elbow, knee, or shoulder
  • Pain, swelling, loss of motion, and discoloration lasting more than 48 hours
  • Tingling and numb hands
  • Trouble climbing stairs
  • Shoulder pain
  • Painful joints
  • Twisted ankles
  • Swollen wrist or joints
  • Weak, stiff, bruised muscles
What can you expect from your first visit with an Orthopedic Specialist?

An orthopedic specialist will ask you about your general health, previous health conditions, complete family medical history, and other current conditions that you may be suffering from. They will especially want to know about conditions such as anemia, diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis, obesity, and hypertension, because these conditions may affect the treatment options that the surgeon provides.

You need to discuss all pain that you are currently experiencing with your orthopedic doctor. You will also likely discuss it in detail with your doctor.

Also, make sure you discuss any past injuries or existing conditions that could be having a negative effect on the existing orthopedic condition. Before your consultation with the doctor, it might be helpful to maintain a pain journal where you could record activities and positions that are causing pain anywhere in the body. Don’t forget to bring the journal along with you for your consultation and share it with the doctor.

Which are the most common procedures performed by an Orthopedics Specialist?

An orthopedic medical procedure is part of a medical procedure used for the treatment of conditions of the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic specialists utilize both nonsurgical and surgical methods to treat musculoskeletal injuries, sports injuries, spine ailments, tumors, degenerative diseases, and inborn disorders.

Here is the list of common orthopedic surgeries.

  • ACL Reconstruction Surgery
  • Knee Replacement Surgery
  • Shoulder Replacement Surgery
  • Hip Replacement Surgery
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Ankle Repair
  • Spinal Surgeries
  • Joint Fusion
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteotomy
  • Vertebroplasty / Kyphoplasty
  • Rotator Cuff Surgery
  • Herniated Disk Surgery