An orthopedic surgeon is a physician trained specifically in surgical treatment of the musculoskeletal system — bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. An orthopedic specialist is a broader term that can include:
The important distinction: not every orthopedic specialist operates, and not every patient who sees an orthopedic surgeon needs surgery. At Medici Orthopaedics & Spine, our approach always starts with the least invasive option appropriate for your condition — surgery is a last resort, not a first step.
