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Cardiothoracic surgeon
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The cardiothoracic
surgeon has advanced training in open heart surgery, lung surgery,
surgery of the major blood vessels and structures of the chest.
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ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) surgeon
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The ENT surgeon has
advanced training in surgery of the ear, nose, mouth and throat
(also called an Otolaryngology surgeon)
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General surgeon
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The general surgeon has
training involving general surgical problems. Most of the surgery
that the general surgeon performs involves problems within a
patient's abdomen.
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Gynecologic
surgeon |
The gynocologic surgeon
has training in the surgical problems involving the female pelvis
and female organs.
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Neurosurgeon |
The neurosurgeon has
advanced training in surgery of the brain and spinal cord.
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Oncologic
surgeon |
The oncologic surgeon
has special training in performing cancer related surgery.
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Orthopedic
surgeon |
The orthopedic surgeon
specializes in surgery of the bones and joints.
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Surgeons |
The surgeon may serve
in the role of attending physician or may be called in as a
consultant. There are numerous types of surgeons, including but not
limited to: general surgeons
trauma surgeons heart surgeons brain surgeons bone and joint surgeons,
and many others. Their specific names and area of expertise are
listed in this section. They have advanced training and are highly
skilled in operations and care of patients following operations (postoperative
care). Trauma surgeons also have advanced training in the care of
the critically injured patient. Make sure you know the type of
surgeon involved with the patient's care.
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Trauma surgeon
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The trauma surgeon has
advanced training in the care and surgery of the critically injured
paient.
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Vascular surgeon
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The vascular surgeon
has advanced training in surgery of the blood vessels.
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