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What kind of doctor performs an arthroplasty?
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Orthopaedic surgeons: Arthroplasty surgery refers to replacement of a joint, typically performed by orthopedic surgeons. Arthroplasty surgery is available for most joints in the human body - including shoulder, hip, knee, elbow, wrist, fingers, ankles, toes, and even in the spine.
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Orthopedists: And podiatrists commonly perform arthroplasties.
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