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orthopaedics (US), orthopedics 1. the branch of surgery concerned with disorders of the spine and joints and the repair of deformities of these parts 2. dental orthopaedics another name for orthodontics How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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A general practitioner or pediatrician may oversee routine health care and refer the patient to specialists such as a cardiologist (a doctor who specializes in heart disorders), an orthopaedist (a doctor who specializes in bones), or an ophthalmologist (a doctor who specializes in eye disorders) as needed. This textbook is an attempt to "teach the orthopaedist, resident, physical therapist, and other health professionals the way in which the musculoskeletal system, and the implants that are used to replace or support it, are affected by forces. |
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