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Introduction
An Orthopedic surgeon also recognized as Orthopedist is a medical expert specialized in treatment and diagnosis of musculoskeletal disorders (disorders related to muscles, joints, discs, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, nerves, and bones) that range from dislocations, joint degeneration and fractures to bursitis, torn ligament, and sprains. Apart from these general diseases, these experts are also liable and accountable to treat diseases such as spinal disorders, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, arthritis, tendonitis, osteoporosis, tendon injuries or strains, bone tumors and much more.
An Orthopedist is capable of treating broken or fractured bones or any other kind of sports or accident injuries using both surgical and non-surgical methods and help her/his patients to get back to their normal everyday activities. In elderly patients suffering severely from joint disorder, an Orthopedist is capable of replacing the whole joint by an artificial one. They perform physical exams, prepare therapeutic plans and design treatment to provide proper and needed care for their patients. Performing spinal surgeries, back surgeries and replacing joints are a few major part of their jurisdiction.
Skills required to be an Orthopedic Surgeon
How to become an Orthopedic Surgeon
A science student of PCB with English securing at least 50% marks for general category, 40% marks for SC/ST and OBC category is eligible to apply for entrance exam conducted by various states and your main focus should be on scoring well in:
Here is a list of some top college for the concerned course:
Courses are available at several levels such as:
Diploma and Certificate Courses
Bachelor Courses
Master Courses
Doctoral Courses
Doctor of Philosophy in Orthopedics
After completing MBBS course of 5.5 year’s duration including 1 year of rotational internship in which government has recently added an additional year of internship with one year of rural posting, making MBBS a course of complete 7.5 years; You have to go for specialization in Orthopedics named as MS in Orthopedics which has duration of 3 years. This will get you registered with Medical Council of India making you eligible to work in well-reputed government hospitals like AIIMS, PGI; private hospitals such as Fortis, Appollo. Or one can start their own clinic which allows you to work at desired hours and place.
Career prospects of an Orthopedist
There are many job profile which one can choose depending on their skills:
Ample of job opportunities are available out there as it is a profession related to healthcare, there is always plenty of vacancies for such positions in numerous hospitals and clinics in both government and private sectors. One can also work for various sports authorities looking after sport-related injuries and health issues in athletes. Working in a rehabilitation center is also a great choice available to a fresher in this field, the appealing option is to join defense services such as the army or naval forces. Teaching at universities or entering into research is an also an option.
Orthopedic is one the highest paying jobs among all healthcare professions. Your salary will depend on the choice of a role as well as the organization you work for. An Orthopedist is capable of earning between 3 – 5 lakh PA on the starting level. The more experience you gain the higher salary you earn, an experienced orthopedic surgeon earns between 15-20 Lakhs per year.
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