An orthopedic surgeon is a medical doctor who has received up to 14 years of education in the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention of injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system (bones and joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage). Some orthopaedic surgeons practice general orthopedics, while others specialize in treating certain body parts such as the foot and ankle, hand and wrist, spine, knee, shoulder, or hip. Some orthopaedists may also focus on a specific population such as pediatrics, trauma, or sports medicine.

Hip Bursitis: How Targeted Therapies Can Relieve Pain and Improve Mobility
Hip bursitis is a painful condition that affects the small fluid-filled sacs—called bursae—located near the hip joint. These sacs serve to cushion the muscles, tendons,