1. The Career of anOrthopedic Surgeon By Sophia Knowlton Latkin E-HIPP

2. Job Overview Prescribe medicine for patients Direct and coordinate activities of other medical staff Examine patient to obtain information on medical condition and the surgical risk Refer patient to medical specialists when necessary

3. Job Overview Take turns being on call Analyze patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine the best procedure Examine instruments, equipment, and operating room to ensure they are sterile. Operate on patients to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases, or improve or restore patients' functions

4. Related Careers Pediatricians Veterinarian Anesthesiologist Athletic Trainer Dentist Cosmetic surgeons Cardiologists

5. Education 4 years of study in a college or university 4 years of medical school 5 years of study in an orthopedic residency/major medical center 1 (optional) year of specialized education

6. $alary Annually- between $186,044 and $339,738 Beginning- $128,420 Middle- $168,860 Potential- $198,680 Hourly- $99.41

7. Growth Potential 21.8% growth increasing

8. “Victory is what happens when ten thousand hours of training meet up with one moment of opportunity” -Anonymous

9. Chef Orthopedic Surgeon SALARY (potential): $51,540 $339,738 GROWTH POTENTIAL/OUTLOOK: 0.19% growth/stable 21.8% growth/increase RELATED CAREERS: Family and consumer scientists Chiropractor Farmers Physician assistants Butcher Registered nurse

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