What's the difference between an ortopedic doctor and a orthopedic surgeon?

Surgeon: I suspect "ortopedic" is a typo. That being the case, an orthopedic surgeon one would assume completed a surgical residency program and hopefully is certified by the american board of orthopedic surgery. Many others call themselves orthopedic doctors including some primary care doctors, chiropractors, and physical therapists with a doctorate degree. Check the board status.

Orthopedist: This is just semantics. 99% of orthopedists perform surgery therefore they are orthopedic surgeons. The term orthopedic doctor is just a colloquial name.