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What do you call a Doctor Who works on knees?
You're probably looking for an orthopedic doctor. They specialize in bone and joint issues.
What kind of doctor should be seen for ankles?
An Orthopedist or Orthopedic Surgeon.
What is another name for a person who specializes in bones?
what is the physician called who treats bones and bone diseases?
One who specializes in treating diseases of the bones and joints is an?
Orthopedic surgeons
How much money does an orthopedist earn?
In 2007 the median was $220,000 to $500,000+
What is the formal name for a hand doctor?
Depends on what you want done with the hand. Usually an Orthopedist for the bones. A dermatologist for the skin. A Plastic surgeon for skin repair. Or a neuro-muscular surgeon for crush injuries.
What type of doctor do you see for a pulled hamstring?
For musculoskeletal problems, the type of doctor/physician to see would be an orthopedist or orthopedic surgeon. Probably a physician who specializes in sports medicine would be best.
What are the doctors called who put casts on broken bones called?
An orthopedist is a physician who specializes in the treatment of bone diseases and disorders, including fractures. An orthopedist is one kind of doctor who reduces fractures, or realigns to bones to assist in their healing.
What is the name of the specialty for muscular and skeletal?
You may thinking of an orthopedic surgeon or an orthopedist.
What is an orthopedic doctor?
An orthopedic doctor, also known as an orthopedist, is a medical doctor (MD) or a doctor of osteopathy (DO) who specializes in the musculoskeletal system-bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves. Orthopedic surgeons are specialized in the musculoskeletal system; many orthopedists specialize in certain areas of the body, such as foot and ankle, hand and wrist, back, or neck and spine. Additionally, orthopedic doctors may focus on a specific field of orthopedics, like pediatrics, sports medicine, and trauma.
Can an orthopedic exam detect a sprain or torn ligament?
Yes. The orthopedist will detect your problem.
What do you call to the Doctor Who is expert in bones?
An orthopedic doctor/surgeon.
