Orthopaedic Surgery
| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Definition | An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system. |
| Grouping | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians |
| Classification | Orthopaedic Surgery |
Health providers classified as: Orthopaedic Surgery
| Provider | State | Specializations |
|---|---|---|
| David Wiebe | Nebraska | |
| Dr. Emil Difilippo | Missouri | |
| Stanley Dysart | Georgia | |
| Dr. John Garcia | New Mexico | |
| Dr. Charles Linsenmeyer | Missouri | |
| John Day MD | Georgia | |
| Steven Fisher | Indiana | |
| Kenneth Weiss | Tennessee | |
| Dr. Glenn Johnson | Iowa | |
| Dr. Joseph Lukins | Kentucky |
Related specializations
| Title | Specialization |
|---|---|
| 207XP3100X | Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery |
| 207XS0106X | Hand Surgery |
| 207XS0114X | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery |
| 207XS0117X | Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine |
| 207XX0004X | Foot and Ankle Surgery |
| 207XX0005X | Sports Medicine |
| 207XX0801X | Orthopaedic Trauma |