Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric

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1. 01Analyze patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure.
2. 02Conduct research to develop and test surgical techniques that can improve operating procedures and outcomes related to musculoskeletal injuries and diseases.
3. 03Diagnose bodily disorders and orthopedic conditions, and provide treatments, such as medicines and surgeries, in clinics, hospital wards, or operating rooms.
4. 04Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
5. 05Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, residents, and other medical staff.
6. 06Examine instruments, equipment, and operating room to ensure sterility.
7. 07Examine patient to obtain information on medical condition and surgical risk.
8. 08Follow established surgical techniques during the operation.
9. 09Manage surgery services, including planning, scheduling and coordination, determination of procedures, or procurement of supplies and equipment.
10. 10Operate on patient's musculoskeletal system to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases, or improve or restore patient's functions.
11. 11Order and interpret the results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.
12. 12Prepare case histories.

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