What does a Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon do?

The Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles.

What are the typical symptoms of an joint replacement candidate?

The symptoms include where a person is unable to perform daily routine activities because of pain, experiencing stiffness even when lying down or at rest and there is pain despite having medications.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon?

The investigations include Arthrography, Blood Tests, Bone Scan, Computed Tomography (CT Scan), Discography, Doppler Ultrasound, Dual-Photon Absorptiometry, and Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry.

Is there a difference between an orthopedic doctor and an orthopedic surgeon?

Not really, in reality the Orthopedists treat a range of conditions such as fractures and dislocations, osteoporosis, back injuries and more. Because surgery is so integral to the role, the terms "orthopedist" and "orthopedic surgeon" are often used interchangeably.

How long will the new joint last or will I have to do a second replacement?

For 80–90% of people who have total knee replacement, the new joint usually last for about 20 years or more.

Dr. S.S. Sathappan, Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon in Singapore, Singapore - Appointment

About Dr. S.S. Sathappan

Dr. S.S. Sathappan is an orthopedic surgeon having more than 27 years of expertise.
Services provided by him includes adult reconstructive surgery (joint replacement, primary and revision), and management of complex pelvic and acetabular trauma and sports surgery.
In 1995, he earned his MBChB from the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom. In 1999, he earned his FRCS in general surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSE), and in 2003, he earned his FRCS in trauma & orthopaedic surgery from the same institution.
He has received accreditation from Parkway East Hospital, Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Mount Elizabeth Hospital, and Gleneagles Hospital. All orthopaedic/sports injury medications as well as physiotherapy services are provided at his clinic.
Dr. S.S. Sathappan is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh since 2004 and a Fellow of the Alumni of Surgeons at the Hospital for Joint Diseases-New York University. He has been a member of the Singapore Orthopaedic Association since 1995 and the General Medical Council of the United Kingdom since 2004.
Dean's Awards for Teaching Excellence, EXSA 2009 Superstar Award Recipient in 2010, NHG Quality Pillar Award (2007/2008), Hip & Knee Arthritis and Reconstruction Scholarship (AAOS/AAHKS), USA, 2005, and HMDP Fellowship Award National Healthcare Group Health Manpower Development Program: Fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, 2005, are just a few of the honours he has received.
Dr. S.S. Sathappan is fluent in English, Mandarin, and Tamil.

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