Specialisations
Orthopaedic surgeon
What does an orthopaedist do?
An orthopaedist is a doctor who deals with musculoskeletal disorders. Within the Orthopaedic Clinic at OpenMed Medical Centre, you can benefit from visits with experienced specialists involved in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of musculoskeletal pathologies. The musculoskeletal system is highly susceptible to various micro-injuries that not only disrupt its function but if left untreated, can lead to significant impairment of mobility.
How to prepare for a visit to an orthopaedic specialist?
- Prepare information about past treatments, surgeries, and illnesses. During the interview, the doctor will ask about your health condition. It's crucial to prepare a list of illnesses you are dealing with and medications you are currently taking.
- Wear appropriate attire for a comfortable visit. Choose clothes that don't restrict your movements and allow for easy position changes during the examination.
- If you have previous medical documentation, bring it to the appointment. What does such documentation include? Previous hospital discharge summaries or results from diagnostic and imaging tests (e.g., ultrasound or X-rays).
Orthopaedic surgeons at OpenMed
Consult specialists who diagnose musculoskeletal problems, explain imaging results and recommend the right treatment plan.
What does a visit to an orthopaedic specialist involve?
- At the beginning of the appointment, the doctor will build your medical history. Prepare to give the specialist detailed information about when the problem started, what symptoms you notice, as well as any family illnesses, your lifestyle, or daily diet.
- The second part of the visit involves a physical examination. The examination aims to determine whether the patient's movement is normal, the alignment of limbs, and any potential changes or deformities that may have occurred in the affected area. During the examination, the doctor may ask for actions such as moving limbs.
- In the third and final part of the visit, the specialist will discuss further steps and recommendations with you. To properly diagnose the problem, the specialist may also request additional diagnostic tests or seek opinions from specialists in other fields, such as a rheumatologist or neurologist. Recommendations may also include directing you to appropriate rehabilitation, which can help restore function and alleviate pain.
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The cost of the orthopaedic surgery treatments and other services can be found in our price list.