Orthopedic surgeons, except pediatric, diagnose and perform surgery to treat and prevent rheumatic and other diseases in the musculoskeletal system.
Analyze patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure.
Conduct research to develop and test surgical techniques that can improve operating procedures and outcomes related to musculoskeletal injuries and diseases.
Diagnose bodily disorders and orthopedic conditions and provide treatments, such as medicines and surgeries, in clinics, hospital wards, or operating rooms.
Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, residents, and other medical staff.
Examine instruments, equipment, and operating room to ensure sterility.
Examine patient to obtain information on medical condition and surgical risk.
Follow established surgical techniques during the operation.
Manage surgery services, including planning, scheduling and coordination, determination of procedures, or procurement of supplies and equipment.
Operate on patient's musculoskeletal system to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases, or improve or restore patient's functions.
Order and interpret the results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.
Prepare case histories.
Prescribe preoperative and postoperative treatments and procedures, such as sedatives, diets, antibiotics, or preparation and treatment of the patient's operative area.
Provide consultation and surgical assistance to other physicians and surgeons.
Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioners when necessary.
Work Context
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Work Activities
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Detailed Work Activities
Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
Diagnose medical conditions.
Operate on patients to treat conditions.
Prescribe medications.
Diagnose medical conditions.
Treat chronic diseases or disorders.
Supervise patient care personnel.
Sterilize medical equipment or instruments.
Examine patients to assess general physical condition.
Follow protocols or regulations for healthcare activities.
Schedule patient procedures or appointments.
Manage healthcare operations.
Order medical supplies or equipment.
Operate on patients to treat conditions.
Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
Order medical diagnostic or clinical tests.
Record patient medical histories.
Prescribe treatments or therapies.
Prescribe medications.
Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
Advise medical personnel regarding healthcare issues.
Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.
