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Dr. Avinash Murlidhar Pulate

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

21 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

 


Dr. Avinash Murlidhar Pulate 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 25 Years of experience and is associated with .

Association and Memberships Dr. Avinash Murlidhar Pulate is part of:

  • Secretary and President of District Orthopaedic Society
  • Managing Committee Member of Indian Medical Association
  • Executive Member of State Orthopaedic Association
  • Member of Board of Studies Maharashtra State University of Health Sciences.

Certifications :

  • A.O Fellowship in Trauma at University Hospital Essen, Germany

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (Orthopedics)
Dr. Ghazwan Maki

Bone and Joint Specialist

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Ghazwan Maki 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 24 Years of experience and is associated with American Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ghazwan Maki is part of:

  • British General Medical Council (GMC)

Certifications :

  • Danish Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery in 2009
  • Norwegian Board Certification in 2010
  • Swedish Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery in 2011

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • M.B.Ch.B
  • Bachelor's in Medicine and Surgery, Baghdad University, Iraq
  • Orthopaedic Surgery - Faculty of Medicine, Copenhagen

Hospital Address :

American Hospital 1 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Ilavarasu Tamilmani

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

10 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi , Tamil , Urdu , Malayalam

 


Dr. Ilavarasu Tamilmani is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in ALAin, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15+ Years of experience and is associated with Medeor 24X7 International Hospital, Al Ain.

Certifications :

  • Dr. A.J. Selvapandian Medal for Best PG

Qualifications :

  • M.B.B.S
  • D. Ortho
  • DNB (Ortho)

Hospital Address :

Medeor 24x7 International Hospital, Al Ain - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

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Dr. Paolo Cellocco

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

15 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Paolo Cellocco 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 18 Years of experience and is associated with Canadian Specialist Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical Degree (University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, Italy) - 1999
  • Degree Thesis Study performed at Laboratory of Experimental Orthopaedics Universidad de Navarra Pamplona (Spain) - 1997-1998
  • Specialization Diploma in Orthopaedic Surgery and Trauma at University of LAquila - Italy - 2004
  • Ph.D. Doctorate at University of Rome La Sapienza - Italy - 2011
  • GMC (UK) - 2015

Hospital Address :

Canadian Specialist Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Salah Eldin Elghote

Pediatric Orthopedician

, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Salah Eldin Elghote is a specialized Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15+ Years of experience and is associated with Zulekha Hospital Sharjah.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

Zulekha Hospital - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Salah Eldin Elghote?

  • With 15+ years of experience in the field of pediatric orthopedics and surgery, Dr Salah Eldin Elghote is an expert in club foot deformities, neonatal surgeries, hernia surgery in children, hirschsprung's diseases, intestinal obstruction, whole intestinal atresia, and pyloric stenosis.
  • He also conducted the "Acute appendicitis in children retrospective study" at the Al Wasl Hospital in Dubai.
Dr. Eisa Omer

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Eisa Omer 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 Saudi German Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS, MUDr, Slovak Republic
  • Specialist in Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery from Hannover
  • Special Trauma Surgery form Hannover

Hospital Address :

Saudi German Hospital Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Hesham Mohamed Rashad Mohamed Gomaa

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

22 Years of experience

 


Dr. Hesham Gomaa 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 25 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Hesham Gomaa is part of:

  • Egyptian and Saudi Orthopaedic Association
  • Orthopaedic Consultant in Egyptian Medical Syndicate

Qualifications :

  • MBBCh
  • MSc

Hospital Address :

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

What is the medical expertise of Dr Hesham Gomaa?

  • With over 25 years of experience, Dr Hesham Gomaa is an exceptional orthopedic surgeon specializing in knee arthroscopies, trauma surgeries, hand surgeries, surgery for deformities and pediatric orthopedics.
  • He is skilled in treating advanced trauma, bone infections, and sports injuries.
  • Dr Gomaa is a member of the Saudi Orthopedic Association and the Egyptian Orthopedic Association. He is also registered with the Egyptian Medical Syndicate as an Orthopedic Consultant.
Dr. Mohammad Ashfaq Konchwalla

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

25 Years of experience

 


Dr. Mohammad Ashfaq Konchwalla 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 Saudi German Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mohammad Ashfaq Konchwalla is part of:

  • General Medical Council, UK
  • British Orthopaedic Association,
  • Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, Edinburgh and Glasgow
  • Founder Member of the Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine (UK)
  • AO Alumni, Switzerland

Qualifications :

  • FRCS (Eng)
  • FRCS (Glas)
  • FRCS (TR & Ortho)
  • Diploma in Sports Medicine (Edinburg)
  • MFSEM (Sports UK)
  • CCST (UK Board)

Hospital Address :

Saudi German Hospital Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Aydin Yuceturk

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

37 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Aydin Yuceturk is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Fulya, Turkey. The doctor has over 32 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Fulya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Aydin Yuceturk is part of:

  • Turkish Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Association
  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association TOTBID
  • Pediatric Orthopedics Branch Foot Surgery Society
  • Avrupa Pediatric Hand Surgery Association (FESSH)
  • World Pediatric Hand Surgery Association (IFFSH)
  • Turkish Pediatric Hand Surgery Association Narakas Surgery Group Member

Qualifications :

  • 2011 Medical Specialization Board Hand Surgery
  • 1996 Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Professor
  • 1991 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Associate Professor
  • 1985 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • 1981 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Burak Demirag

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Bursa, Turkey

37 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Burak Demirag is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bursa, Turkey. The doctor has over 24 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Bursa Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Ankara University School of Medicine 1987
  • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Orthopedics and Traumatology 1995

Hospital Address :

Odunluk Mahallesi, Medicana BURSA HOSPITAL, Akp?nar Caddesi, Nilfer/Bursa, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Burak Demirag?

  • With more than 24 years of experience, Dr Burak Demirag is an expert orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroplasty, arthroscopic surgery, knee, ankle and hip joint surgery, meniscus cartilage surgery, anterior cruciate ligament surgery, and traumatology. He also provides surgical and non-surgical treatments for child and adult fractures.
  • Dr Demirag was a Fellow at the Department of Athlete Health, University of Pittsburgh Department of Orthopedics, USA(2001-2002).
  • Dr Burak has many publications in both international and national scientific journals. Some of his research articles are:
    1. Demirag B, O. Tirelioğlu, B. Sarısözen and K. "Necrotizing fasciitis due to diabetic wounds on the leg", Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc, 38(3), 195-9, 2004.
    2. Demirag B, C. Ozturk and M. Karakayali, "Symptomatic Infrapatellar Plica" Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc, 14(2), 156-60, 2006.
    3. Demirağ B, C. Öztürk, Ö.F. Bilgen and Durak K, "Knee dislocations: an evaluation of surgical and conservative treatment," Ulus Travma Journal, 10(4), 239-44, 2004.
  • To further sharpen his skills in orthopedic surgery, Dr Demirag attends professional training courses on a regular basis. Some of these include the " Basic Principles of Meniscus Surgery", Adana, January 2008 and the "Meniscus Biology and Repair Indications" Basic Arthroscopy Course in Knee Joint, Antalya, April 2011.
Dr. Emrah Kovalak

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

26 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Emrah Kovalak is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 15+ Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Haznedar Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, 1998
  • SSK Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 2004

Hospital Address :

Bahelievler Mahallesi, Medicana Haznedar, Ba?c?lar Caddesi, Gngren/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Emre Acaroglu

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Ankara, Turkey

38 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Emre Acaroglu is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 33 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Ankara Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Emre Acaroglu is part of:

  • AO Spine
  • EuroSpine (European Spine Society)
  • Scoliosis Research Society (Associate)
  • TOTBID Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
  • TOTEK Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council
  • Turkish Spine Association

Certifications :

  • Spine Fellow - Helen Hayes Hospital, New York, United States

Qualifications :

  • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine-Medical Training Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine-Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialisation Training Columbia University-Spinal Surgery Specialisation Training (USA)

Hospital Address :

Balgat Mah., Memorial Hospital Ankara, Mevlana Blv. & 1422. Sok., ankaya/Ankara, Turkey

Dr. Mehmet Isyar

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Mehmet Isyar is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Kadikoy, Turkey. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mehmet Isyar is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council
  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association Association
  • Turkey Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy Association
  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Qualifications :

  • 2016 Istanbul Medipol University, Associate Professor
  • 2014 Istanbul Medipol University, Assistant Professor
  • 2007 G�lhane Military Medical Academy Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • 1998 Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Acbadem Mahallesi, Acbadem Kadk

What is the medical expertise of Dr Mehmet Isyar?

  • Dr Mehmet Isyar is a leading orthopedic surgeon with 12 years of experience. He has expertise in orthopedic oncology, foot and ankle surgery, shoulder and elbow treatment, knee arthroplasty, knee surgery, fractures, trauma and sports injuries.
  • Owing to his proficiency in orthopedic surgery, Dr Isyar is a part of several reputed organizations such as the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association, the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Sports Injuries, and the Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association.
  • Dr Isyar has many publications to his credit. Some of his high-impact works are:
    1. An Undescribed Monteggia Type 3 Equivalent Lesion: Lateral Dislocation of Radial Head with Both-Bone Forearm Fracture.Case Rep Orthop. 2016;2016:8598139.
    2. A retrospective analysis of the correlation between hip pain, physical examination findings, and alpha angle on MR images. J Orthop Surg Res. 2016 Nov 15;11(1):140.
    3. Assessing the negative impact of phenyl alkanoic acid derivative, a frequently prescribed drug for the suppression of pain and inflammation on the differentiation and proliferation of chondrocytes. J Orthop Surg Res. 2016 Jun 30;11(1):70.
    4. Systematic Evaluation of Drug-Loaded Hydrogels for Application in Osteosarcoma Treatment.CurrPharm Biotechnol. 2016;17(10):866-72. review.
Dr. Sefa Muezzinoglu

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

37 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


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

Association and Memberships Dr. Sefa Muezzinoglu is part of:

  • Turkey TUSYAD sports injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
  • Hip Knee Arthroplasty Association
  • TTB Turkish Medical Association
  • Hip Joint Preventive Surgery Association
  • TOTBİD Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association Association
  • EFORT European Federation of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
  • ISAKOS International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
  • ICRS International Cartilage Research Society
  • AAOS American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Affiliated

Qualifications :

  • 1995 AO Research Institute Davos Research Fellow
  • 1991 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
  • 1991 Postdoctoral Fellow at Baylor College of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics Texas
  • 1982 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Acbadem Mahallesi, Acbadem Kadk

Dr. Tolga Tuzuner

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Tolga Tuzuner is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bakrikoy, Turkey. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Bakirkoy Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Tolga Tuzuner is part of:

  • TUSYAD (Turkey Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy)
  • TOTBID Orthopedic Trauma Branch Association of Shoulder-Elbow Surgery
  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
  • Turkish Orthopedics Association Arthroplasty Association

Certifications :

  • 2014 Amsterdam Academic Medical Center / Visiting Member
  • 2013 The Rizzoli Orthopedics Institute / Visiting Member
  • 2012 Linvatec Laboratory Training Center / Visiting Member
  • 2008 Abant İzzet Baysal University / Associate Professor Doctor
  • 2007 Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Visiting Member
  • 2007 Abant İzzet Baysal University / Assistant Professor Doctor
  • 2003 Texas Health Science Center / Shoulder-Elbow Surgery Minor
  • 2002 Abant İzzet Baysal University / Instructor

Qualifications :

  • 1999 Dicle University Faculty of Medicine Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • 1999 Uludag University Faculty of Medicine
  • 1992 Uludag University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Zeytinlik Mahallesi, Acbadem Bakrk

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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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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

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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