Traumatologist

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A traumatologist is a medical professional specialized in the diagnosis, treatment and management of physical and psychological conditions related to trauma. Traumatologists specialize in the treatment of shock, burns, wounds, fractures, spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries, among other potentially life-threatening diseases and injuries. Traumatologists are also experts in the psychological effects of trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder.

What is a traumatologist?

A traumatologist is a doctor specialized in the application of treatments, diagnosis, prevention, and rehabilitation of the different diseases related to injuries of the bones, muscles of the human body, joints and tendons.

The traumatologist will use X-rays and other types of medical images to identify the problem and make a diagnosis, to treat it they will rely on surgical and non-surgical procedures, for example they may use bandages, splints, casts or other non-invasive measures.

What is a traumatologist's workplace like?

A traumatologist will work mainly in a medical environment, whether a hospital, a private clinic or a private practice. They will focus on the rehabilitation of bones or muscles after an operation or as a medical treatment so that the patient feels fully active.

There are also traumatologists who dedicate themselves to teaching, whether through talks or workshops, the creation of publications and classes in educational institutions.

Traumatologist: what do they do?
Diagnose injuries to bones, muscles, joints and tendons. 96%
Prescribe and perform surgical and non-surgical treatments for injuries. 91%
Interpret X-rays and other medical imaging studies. 89%
Treat emergencies for fractures and injuries. 87%
Carry out rehabilitation of bones or muscles after surgery. 85%
Prescribe bandages, splints, casts and other non-invasive measures. 82%
Carry out clinical follow-up of patients' progress. 81%
Prepare medical records and medical documentation. 75%
Refer patients to other specialists when appropriate. 71%
Give talks and workshops on injury prevention. 69%
Maintain paperwork and administrative documentation. 65%