What is trauma and Orthopaedics outpatients?

Trauma and orthopaedic surgeons diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions of the musculoskeletal system. This includes bones and joints and their associated structures that enable movement – ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves. Trauma and orthopaedic surgery is often abbreviated to T&O surgery.

What happens at virtual fracture clinic?

You do not need to attend the hospital for the assessment to take place. Clinicians will look at your x-rays and medical notes and an orthopaedic physiotherapist or nurse will telephone to discuss your treatment and management.

How do I prepare for an orthopedic appointment?

Consider these important guidelines in preparing for your orthopaedic appointment.

1. Bring documents. A few days before your appointment, make a checklist of all that you need to bring with you.
2. Explain your pain.
3. Prepare your questions.
4. Be ready for more.
5. Put the plan in action.
6. Making your orthopaedic appointment.

How does a fracture clinic work?

Traditionally, all patients who sustain a broken bone (fracture), are given an appointment for a fracture clinic. This often happens on the day following the injuries. These clinic are often busy and can be quite bewildering. There is often removal and application of plaster casts, along with taking x-rays.

What is a virtual fracture?

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust introduced a virtual fracture clinic (VFC) model for patients with an acute bone injury not requiring immediate on-call review. All patients are referred into a virtual review, which takes place within 72 hours of their attendance at A&E.

What is an orthopedic doctor called?

An orthopedic surgeon or orthopedic doctor (also called an orthopedist) is a doctor who specializes in this field. Orthopedists are specialists. Typically, you see an orthopedist after your primary care doctor refers you.

What should you wear to an orthopedic appointment?

What to Wear. Please dress so that the body part you are having trouble with can be easily examined and/or X-rayed. If you are attending for a knee, hip or spine problem, please wear or bring shorts to your appointment. If you are having shoulder or elbow problems, please wear a singlet or a top that has few buttons.