Which professional would manage knee replacement or fracture care?

• A. Orthopedic Surgeon
• B. Ophthalmologist
• C. Podiatrist
• D. Psychologist

Answer: (A)

Orthopedic surgeons specialize in the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons, and are the professionals who manage both knee replacement and fracture care. For a knee replacement, they perform the surgical procedure to replace a damaged knee joint with an artificial implant, aiming to relieve pain and restore function. For fractures, they assess the break, realign the bones (reduction) if needed, and stabilize them with hardware or immobilization, guiding rehabilitation to restore strength and motion. Other specialists—such as ophthalmologists (eyes), podiatrists (feet and ankles), or psychologists (mental health)—focus on different areas of care and do not routinely perform knee replacements or acute fracture management.