Surgeons are physicians who treat diseases, injuries, and deformities using surgical methods. Procedures range from invasive to minimally-invasive to non-invasive surgical methods.
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What do they typically do
- Prescribe procedures for before and after operations like medication, diets, and care of the patient's operative area
- Follow established surgical techniques during the operation
- Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioners when necessary
- Operate on patients to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases, or improve or restore patients' functions
- Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, residents, and other medical staff
- Analyze patient's medical history, allergies, physical condition, and examination results to decide whether and how to operate
- Provide consultation and surgical assistance to other physicians and surgeons
- Examine patient to obtain information on medical condition and surgical risk
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Education & Training
- Education Most require a graduate degree like a master's, Ph.D., M.D., or law degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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