Orthopedics By kensey green w2

Definition of Orthopedics Orthopedics is the branch of medicine that deals with bones or deformities and diseases in the bones.

Jobs Orthopedic Surgeon~ They spend about half their time in the actual operating room, but they also use medical, physical and rehabilitative methods in addition to actually performing surgery. They treat fractures, dislocations, torn ligaments, tendon injuries, back pain, congenital deformities and arthritis. Orthopedic Nurse~ They may work in orthopedic unit or in general units. They can be RN’s or licensed practical nurses. Orthopedic Technologist~ They assist the orthopedic surgeon in the practice of the medicine and help the nurses take care of patients. They help apply and remove casts.

Colleges It takes 4 years of college, four years of medical school and about five years of residency for full degree in orthopedics. Some options for colleges include the following: John Hopkins school of Medicine UCSF School of Medicine Perelman School of Medicine

Colleges Continued… UCSF School of Medicine John Hopkins Perelman School of Medicine

Demand and Salary In 2011 the income for Orthopedic Surgeons was $501,808. The demand is projected to grow 14% from 2014 to 2024.

Day in the Life https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IudjH1NhOPc

References https://careertrend.com/list-orthopedic-jobs-6438.html https://www.healio.com/orthopedics/news/print/orthopedics-today/%7B10a33f11-fdcf-49fa-b073-ca2746768bb0%7D/the-future-of-orthopedics-and-the-orthopedic-surgeon-bright-and-challenging http://medical-schools.startclass.com/d/b/Orthopedics