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Is it possible for an orthopedic sports surgeon to work as a team physician?

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Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Yes and it is a: Common occurance . Most professional sports team have an orthopedic surgeon, a general medical doctor and a trainer . The trainer handles a lot of the day to day treatment. Many sports and athletic trainers have a great understanding of the day to day needs of athletes in their sport and are a great source of. Knowledge.

Answered 12/24/2012

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Dr. Mark Hutchinson answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Absolutely: I do and so do many fellow ship trained sports orthopaedic surgeons.

Answered 8/26/2013

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Dr. Wenjay Sung answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Yes: Yes, the team physician for the la dodgers is an orthopedic sports surgeon.

Answered 6/30/2013

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