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. Sharifah Roohi, Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Appointment

Dr. Sharifah Roohi

Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon

Consultant
Diploma , Fellowship , MS , Fellowship , MD

52 years of overall experience

Works at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur

About Dr. Sharifah Roohi

Dr. Sharifah Roohi is a senior and a skilled Hand Surgeon with nearly 50 years of experience.
She is the President Elect of the Malaysian Orthopaedic Association, a member of the Asia-Pacific Orthopedic Association, the International member of American Society for Surgery of the Hand and an international member of American Orthopedic Association.
Dr. Roohi did her MD in 1990 from the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia, followed by a fellowship in 1998 from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh. In 2000, he did MS from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and then a fellowship in 2003. In 2008, she was awarded a diploma from the Federation of European Societies for the Surgery of the Hand.
She is a specialist of arthroplasty, arthroscopy and microsurgery. She also treats Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Finger, De Quervain's, Repetitive strain injury, rheumatoid arthritis, torn cartilage and torn ligaments.
Dr. Roohi has won several awards, actively researches, is a reviewer and an editorial board member of national and international journals with +50 credits published.

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