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.

Dr. Om Parshuram Patil, Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon in Mumbai, India - Appointment

About Dr. Om Parshuram Patil

With 11+ years of experience, Dr. Om Parshuram Patil is a fine Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon in India.
He specialises in minimally invasive Spinal Surgery and advances in spinal surgery such as Endoscopic Spinal Surgery, Percutaneous fixation, percutaneous Selective Nerve Root Block, Management of Arthritis, Spinal Pain Management, Non Operative treatment Modalities.
He is a member of the Medical Council of India (MCI), the Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI), the Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA), the North American Spine Society (NASS), the AO Spine, the AO Trauma Foundation and the AO Spine International Board.
Dr. Om Parshuram Patil has several publications, journals and articles to his name.
He has completed MBBS from Government Medical College and Hospital, Nagpur, India.
He has done MS from Dr Panjabrao Alias Bhausaheb Deshmukh Memorial Medical College (PDMMC), Amravati, India.
Dr. Om Parshuram Patil is well-versed in Hindi, Marathi and English.

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