An orthopedic surgeon is a medical doctor who specializes in the musculoskeletal system and can perform surgery. A sports medicine doctor is also a medical doctor who specializes in sports-related injuries and conditions, but they may or may not be an orthopedic surgeon. Many orthopedic surgeons have an additional subspecialty in sports medicine.
What is the difference between an orthopedic surgeon and a sports medicine doctor?
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