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What is the difference between Primary Care Sports Medicine Physicians and Orthopaedic Surgeons?

April 26, 2017difference Medicine orthopaedic physicians primary Sports Surgeons

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What is the difference between Primary Care Sports Medicine Physicians and Orthopaedic Surgeons?

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According do the AMSSM, both are well trained in musculoskeletal medicine . Primary Care Sports Medicine Physicians specialize in the non-operative medical treatment of musculoskeletal sports conditions. Orthopedic surgeons are also trained in the operative treatment of these conditions. Approximately 90% of all sports injuries are non-surgical, and Sports Medicine Physicians can expedite referral to an orthopedic/sports surgeon when indicated, and can help guide referrals to appropriate rehabilitative care and ancillary services as needed.

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According do the AMSSM, both are well trained in musculoskeletal medicine. Primary Care Sports Medicine Physicians specialize in the non-operative medical treatment of musculoskeletal sports conditions. Orthopedic surgeons are also trained in the operative treatment of these conditions. Approximately 90% of all sports injuries are non-surgical, and Sports Medicine Physicians can expedite referral to an orthopedic/sports surgeon when indicated, and can help guide referrals to appropriate rehabilitative care and ancillary services as needed.