Orthopedic Trauma 207XX0801X
Orthopedic Trauma: This is where damage or injury has been done to the skeletal system. In other words, bones have ultimately been damaged. An example is a fractured arm or leg.
Taxonomy Code: 207XX0801X
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Trauma
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians: Allopathic physicians are general doctors (Medical Doctor or MD), whereas osteopathic physicians (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or DO) deal specifically with Osteopathy, targeting in healing the body with minimal use of medicine with an emphasis focusing on preventative care. Both types are fully licensed physicians, educated in diagnosing, as well as offering treatment for various illnesses and disorders.
Orthopedic Surgery: This specific branch of surgery is focused with specific conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. These surgeons use nonsurgical and surgical methods for treatment. These treatments are of sports injuries, musculoskeletal injury, degenerative diseases, tumors, infections and various congenital disorders.