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Can you tell me in concussions and other sport related injuries (ex. torn ligament, broken bone, etc). is there such a thing as a concussion specialist?

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Dr. Gregory Harvey answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Concussion specialis: Yes there are specialists. they are usually neurologists

Dr Visotsky and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/28/2014

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