What does a Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon do?

The Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles.

What are the typical symptoms of an joint replacement candidate?

The symptoms include where a person is unable to perform daily routine activities because of pain, experiencing stiffness even when lying down or at rest and there is pain despite having medications.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon?

The investigations include Arthrography, Blood Tests, Bone Scan, Computed Tomography (CT Scan), Discography, Doppler Ultrasound, Dual-Photon Absorptiometry, and Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry.

Is there a difference between an orthopedic doctor and an orthopedic surgeon?

Not really, in reality the Orthopedists treat a range of conditions such as fractures and dislocations, osteoporosis, back injuries and more. Because surgery is so integral to the role, the terms "orthopedist" and "orthopedic surgeon" are often used interchangeably.

How long will the new joint last or will I have to do a second replacement?

For 80–90% of people who have total knee replacement, the new joint usually last for about 20 years or more.

Beom-Koo Lee, Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon in Incheon, South Korea - Appointment

About Beom-Koo Lee

Beom-Koo Lee is a leading Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon with +25 years of experience in performing artificial joint replacement surgeries and reoperation of the knee. He also performs partial knee replacement and other surgeries.
In 1979, Lee did his MD from the Seoul National University College of Medicine and MS in 1990. In 1995, he did his Ph.D from the Inje University College of Medicine.
Lee then acquired training for Replacement Arthroplasty from, Endoklinik Hamburg, Germany, O&A hospital Toronto, Canada, Inselspital Bern Switzerland, Ilizarov Lecco, Italy and FORTWORTH USA. He also acquired training at LA, California SCOI USA in arthroscopy.
During his career he worked in leading hospitals in Korea and held leading positions too.
Lee is an expert surgeon, specialising in artificial joint replacement, reoperation of the knee, partial knee replacement, osteotomy, knee cartilage transplantation. He also treats cruciate ligament damage.
His literary contributions to reputed journals delve into his experiences, suggestions and findings from his practice.

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