Orthopedic Surgeon

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Treat patients with skeletal injuries and diseases.
• Perform orthopedic surgeries as per established guidelines.
• Utilize medical equipment and tools effectively to avoid any accidents.
• Work with Nurses, ER Physicians and other hospital departments to ensure excellent patient care services.
• Recommend proper diagnostic tests to identify patient’s illness.
• Analyze patient’s symptoms and develop treatment plans.
• Monitor and record patient’s progress according to documentation guidelines
• Educate patients about treatment procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date records of patient services and treatment procedures.
• Communicate with patients to obtain their medical history.
• Assess patient’s health condition and prescribe appropriate medications.
• Address patient and staff concerns in a timely manner.
• Attend regular staff meetings to discuss about any issues or updates.
• Guide clinical staffs in their assigned job duties.
• Attend medical courses and programs for professional development.

Salary: $356,608-$586,719

Education:

After completing a 4-year bachelor's degree program in biology, pre-medicine or a related field, aspiring orthopedic surgeons must complete four additional years of medical school, followed by a 4- to 5-year orthopedic surgery residency in a hospital. The first year of residency usually covers general surgery, with the remaining years devoted to orthopedic-specific training. Surgeons wishing to specialize further in subspecialties, such as orthopedic sports medicine or pediatric orthopedics, must also complete a 1- to 2-year fellowship after their residency.

Demand or Need:

Physicians and surgeons have demanding education and training requirement. Employment of physicians and surgeons is projected to grow 14 percent from 2014 to 2024. Job growth is projected due to increased demand for healthcare services by the growing and aging population.

Reflection: I believe that this will be my future profession. I will learn how to do general surgery and learn about sports medicine in the way. I really believe that I can do this with the time and support I need.