Surgery of the Hand 2082S0105X
Surgery of the Hand: This deals with surgical and non-surgical treatment of various conditions and issues that take place in the hand, including injury and infection. Hand surgery can be performed by plastic surgeons, orthopedic surgeons and general surgeons. Hand surgeons complete a large variety of operations including fracture repairs, releases, transfer and repair or tendons and reconstruction of injuries, congenital defects and rheumatoid deformities.
Taxonomy Code: 2082S0105X
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians | Plastic Surgery | Surgery of the Hand
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.
Plastic Surgery: Plastic Surgery is concerned specifically with the restoration or correction of function and form. Most types of plastic surgery is not cosmetic. Examples would be surgery for burns, hand surgery, microsurgery or reconstructive surgery.