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.

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Dr. Khaled Alawany

Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon

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21 years of overall experience

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About Dr. Khaled Alawany

Dr. Khaled Alawany is a well-renowned Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon with an experience of more than 20 years in this field.
His expertise lies in performing arthroscopic procedures, treatment of sports injuries, partial and total joint replacement surgeries, foot surgery, etc.
Dr. Khaled completed his bachelor's degree from Alexandria University in 1997. After this, he did a specialization in Orthopedics from Hannover Medical Council, Germany, in 2009.
He is also a certified specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology from Thueringen Medical Council, Germany, in 2013, and Foot and Ankle Surgery certified by the German Association of Foot and Ankle Surgery in 2019.
He is also an author and co-author of many publications that are published in reputed national and international journals.

Special Interest

Foot Surgery, Upper and lower limb fracture treatment, Muscles Tendons Nerves Operations, All types of regenerative medicine techniques (PRP, Stem Cells, HA, REGEN-Activa)