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Is it possible for an orthopedic sports surgeon to work as a team physician?
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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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Absolutely: I do and so do many fellow ship trained sports orthopaedic surgeons.
Answered 8/26/2013
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Yes: Yes, the team physician for the la dodgers is an orthopedic sports surgeon.
Answered 6/30/2013
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