Is general practitioner licensed to perform knee & shoulder arthroscopy?

No: Only a specialist in the field of orthopedic surgery is qualified to perform knee and shoulder arthroscopy.

No. Not really: Only orthopedic surgeons are trained to perform arthroscopic procedures. We are the joint guys.

Typically Not: Usually no. Arthroscopic surgery should be performed by orthopedic surgeons who have been appropriately trained. Further arthroscopic specialization is often even pursued in fellowships in sports medicine and arthroscopy. In a rare circumstance, it may be possible that a general practitioner may have sought further training, but this is unusual.