Question 1

what type of surgeon should i see for ulnar nerve issues and tingling in the fingers, a neurosurgeon, hand surgeon, or orthopedic surgeon?

Accepted Answer

Documentation issue.: All would be appropriate choices, but you will probably be referred to a neurologist for some basic diagnostic testing before surgical intervention.

Question 2

i have finger deformity in right hand of absence of middle phalanx & joint and a severe finger fracture in the distal phalanx and joint, what treatment options do i have please ? who should i ask a plastic surgeon or orthopedic for surgery ?

Accepted Answer

: A surgeon would need to see the hand to evaluate what sort of surgeries are possible. Your best bet would be to see an actual hand surgeon, if possible. Good luck.

Question 3

what do orthopedic surgeons do?

Accepted Answer

Treat musculoskeleta: treat problems with bones, muscles, tendons,cartilage, and ligaments.

Question 4

could orthopedic surgeons read mris?

Accepted Answer

ABSOLUTELY: While we routinely depend on a quality musculoskeletal radiologist to read an MRI every orthopedic surgeon worth a grain of salt should read his own MRI to confirm diagnosis and to understand anatomy prior to performing surgery.

Question 5

what can an orthopedic surgeon do for me?

Accepted Answer

Depends what you --: need. Orthopods treat Bone problms (fractures/breaks, cysts, lesions), joint problems (arthritis, etc), muscles, tendons, nerves, ligament injuries or lesions. Carpal Tunnel release is a common procedure we do, Joint replacements, fixing broken bones, ACL reconstruction, Rotator cuff tears etc, etc.
Discuss with your PCP (if you have some specific problem, that I might not have touched upon).

Question 6

how can spinal orthopedic surgeons gets paid?

Accepted Answer

?: Do you mean how much do they get paid?

Question 7

what do people see an orthopedic surgeon for?

Accepted Answer

Muscle, bone, joint: Orthopedic surgeons are the care givers for the musculoskeletal system. We care for people conservatively as well as with surgery. Problems such as broken bones, arthritis,  bone cancer, ligament tear, and muscle strains are some of the things we treat.

Question 8

please help me? what is an orthopedic surgeon?

Accepted Answer

See below: An orthopedic surgeon is a specialty trained physician in the muscular skeletal system that addresses issues from nonoperative to operative care involving the tendons ligaments muscles bones and joints. Depending upon the nature of the problem treatment regimens such as anti-inflammatories medication with food , pain medicine , liniments, bracing or splinting occupational and physical therapy. Soft tissue, arthroscopic surgery joint and spine surgery or some of the procedures performed by an orthopedic surgeon. Good luck thank you.

Question 9

please explain what does an orthopedic surgeon do?

Accepted Answer

Skeletal systems : Concentration on ailments of the muscle,  bone, and joint systems.

Question 10

what is a typical day like for an orthopedic surgeon?

Accepted Answer

Slice of heaven: Orthopedic surgeons typically start their day early in the morning, see patients in the hospital, attend educational conferences or teach residents and fellows. They see patients in the office or clinic, and have a couple of days dedicated to doing surgery. Overall, it's very rewarding to see patients being restored to their pre-injury state.  Most of us love what we do.

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What type of surgeon should i see for ulnar nerve issues and tingling in the fingers, a neurosurgeon, hand surgeon, or orthopedic surgeon?

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I have finger deformity in right hand of absence of middle phalanx & joint and a severe finger fracture in the distal phalanx and joint, what treatment options do i have please ? who should i ask a plastic surgeon or orthopedic for surgery ?

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What do orthopedic surgeons do?

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Could orthopedic surgeons read mris?

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What can an orthopedic surgeon do for me?

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How can spinal orthopedic surgeons gets paid?

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What do people see an orthopedic surgeon for?

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Please help me? what is an orthopedic surgeon?

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What is a typical day like for an orthopedic surgeon?

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