:Diagnose and assess patient\'s injuries or diseases through diagnostic test, such as X-rays to look for broken bones or blood tests to check for rheumatoid arthritis.
Administer, recommend and implement non-invasive treatments to address musculoskeletal problems.
Cast and splint limbs, recommend rehabilitative exercises, or prescribe supplements and medications to strengthen joints or minimize pain.
They may plate broken bones, reattach tendons and ligaments, or perform joint or hip replacements, among other procedure.
Ensure that medical records are complete and accurate.
Treat most muscles and skeletal problems including arthritis, congenital deformities, or trauma injuries.
Orthopedic surgeons are the final port of call for bone-related injuries/diseases such as torn ligaments, ruptured discs, osteoporosis, sciatica, and bone tumor to mention but a few.
Studying the medical history of patients to identify the pattern to a disorder.
Carry out research to develop and improve on existing operating procedures and surgical technique
Update families on the progress of treatment as well as steps necessary for recovery and create care plans for patients after surgery.
They may refer patients to other healthcare professionals such as physiotherapist and physician/surgeons for additional medical care.
Responsible to provide medical care by performing physical exams, designing treatment and therapeutic plans.
Keep tracking of patient\'s progress to determine what needs to be done.
Often in-charge of the entire orthopedic department including the physician\'s assistants, nurses and surgery technicians.
Responsibilities:Diagnose and assess patient\'s injuries or diseases through diagnostic test, such as X-rays to look for broken bones or blood tests to check for rheumatoid arthritis.
Administer, recommend and implement non-invasive treatments to address musculoskeletal problems.
Cast and splint limbs, recommend rehabilitative exercises, or prescribe supplements and medications to strengthen joints or minimize pain.
They may plate broken bones, reattach tendons and ligaments, or perform joint or hip replacements, among other procedure.
Ensure that medical records are complete and accurate.
Treat most muscles and skeletal problems including arthritis, congenital deformities, or trauma injuries.
Orthopedic surgeons are the final port of call for bone-related injuries/diseases such as torn ligaments, ruptured discs, osteoporosis, sciatica, and bone tumor to mention but a few.
Studying the medical history of patients to identify the pattern to a disorder.
Carry out research to develop and improve on existing operating procedures and surgical technique
Update families on the progress of treatment as well as steps necessary for recovery and create care plans for patients after surgery.
They may refer patients to other healthcare professionals such as physiotherapist and physician/surgeons for additional medical care.
Responsible to provide medical care by performing physical exams, designing treatment and therapeutic plans.
Keep tracking of patient\'s progress to determine what needs to be done.
Often in-charge of the entire orthopedic department including the physician\'s assistants, nurses and surgery technicians.
Qualifications:
Education:
A completion of MBBS or MBChB or equivalent qualification from an accredited institution Completion of Specialty qualification as per the Recognized Specialty Certificate table
License:
The physician will maintain at all times an active license in home country and an active DOH License