What is the process of becoming an orthopedic surgeon?

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Dr  Swastik Sahu
8 years ago
After MBBS, you need to pursue MS Orthopaedics to become an orthopaedic surgeon. You need to appear NEET post graduation examination for admission into MS Orthopaedics courses.

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Smriti Vats
8 years ago
Orthopedic surgeons are medical doctors who specialise in treating the musculoskeletal system; they may specialise in areas such as sports medicine or hand surgery. The orthopedic surgery career path requires 8-9 years of post-baccalaureate education, along with continued maintenance of board certif

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Divyashakti Shukla
8 years ago
Hi Pragyan, Aspirants have to follow a multi-stage process to become an orthopaedic surgeon. They have to pass 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as the main subjects. Candidates have to undergo a four year MBBS course following which an MD in orthopaedics should be done. Aspirants become qu

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