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A 25-year-old male asked:
who can diagnose alkaptonuria ? a urologist or an orthopedic surgeon?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered
Pathology 49 years experience
Primary care: Start with a primary care provider as she/he can orde the appropriate test.
Wish you good health!
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A 21-year-old member asked:
I am new to palo alto. Can you suggest a good orthopedic doctor in the area?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Danny Westmoreland answered
Family Medicine 36 years experience
Leg work: You really have to check yourself by talking to people. Don't take one or two peoples advice for something that important. You can also go onto the state board's website and check the doctors history for legal issues. This may not tell you good doctors but if i see a pattern of lawsuits i would have second thoughts.
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A 43-year-old female asked:
Do doctors like it when you go get a second orthopedic opinion?
3 doctor answers • 8 doctors weighed in

Dr. Michio Abe answered
Internal Medicine 26 years experience
A second opinion: You are entitled to it. I wouldn't worry about whether or not doctors like it. Most doctors understand and welcome it. If you have any doubts or concerns about your orthopedic treatment, don't hesitate to get a second opinion from another orthopedic surgeon.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Can extensive exposure to computers lead to orthopedic disorder?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in

Dr. Jeffrey Sider answered
Sports Medicine 39 years experience
Yes: Im seeing a higher incidnence in
both carpal tunnel syndrome and
dequervains tendonitis along with
trigger fingers in the younger populatiion
i believe its due to increased use of
texting especially with use of the blackberry
i had a 16 year old girl who we were
able to alleviate her cts symptoms with
activity modification and therapy.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
How hard is it to go through training to become an orthopedic surgeon?
2 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in

Dr. Bruce Prager answered
Sports Medicine 42 years experience
Orthopedic Surgeon: The training in orthopedic surgery consists of trauma, adult, pediatric, and hand surgery. 4 yrs college, 4 yrs medical school . 5 yrs residency and most graduates do a one year fellowship. Getting into medical school is hard, but it is even harder to get into an ortho residency. The residency involves quite a bit of work and paying your dues. Each yr more responsibility. It is worth it.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
What should I expect at an orthopedic appointment?
4 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in

Dr. Robert Coats II answered
Orthopedic Surgery 23 years experience
It goes quickly: Seeing an orthopaedic surgeon is not much different than seeing other physicians. You'll check in with the receptionist and be put in a room by an assistant. They will ask you why you are seeing the doctor. The doctor will ask some of the same questions and examine you. You may get x-rays, medicine, therapy or injections. Don't leave without a diagnosis, follow-up and all of your ?'s answered.
5732 viewsAnswered Nov 12, 2018
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