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What kind of doctor sees somebody for patellar tendon rupture?

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Dr. Eric Wang answered

Orthopedic Surgeon: Patellar tendon rupture is a severe knee injury which usually requires surgical intervention by an orthopedic surgeon.

Dr Holmes and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/29/2013

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Orthopaedic Surgeon: Any orthopaedic surgeon that operates on the knee should be able to take care of a patella tendon rupture.

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Answered 5/6/2014

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