The different specialists in the Orthopedics department may include the following:
Joint Replacement Surgeon deals with common procedures like total knee, hip, and shoulder replacement.
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon deals with the treatment of conditions affecting the wrists, hands, elbows, and shoulders.
Foot and Ankle Surgeon deals with ankle fractures, Achilles tendon injuries, plantar fasciitis, bunions, diabetic foot complications, etc.
Spine Surgeon deals with herniated discs, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, spinal deformities, and spinal fractures.
Trauma Surgeon deals with injuries resulting from falls, accidents, sports injuries, and other traumatic events.
Sports Medicine Specialists prevent, diagnose, and treat sports-related injuries and conditions.
Pediatric Orthopedic Specialists deal with pediatric-specific conditions, such as congenital anomalies, developmental disorders, growth plate injuries, and pediatric fractures.
Many times, one doctor has more than one specialty. You can consult with that specialist, depending on your condition.