Orthopaedics
Orthopedics is the surgical specialty that takes cares of bones and joint disorders.The orthopaedic specialist is competent in treating vertebrae diseases, upper and lower limbs disorders but also tends to limbs muscles, tendons and nerve issues.
After completing a diagnosis, the orthopaedic specialist can suggest a surgical care (for example implantation of a prosthesis, removal of hernia, stiches etc.) or a conservative treatment (bandages, plaster cast, medications, physiotherapy, etc.).
Traumatology is an orthopaedics speciality targeting fractures, sprains, skeleton contusions and soft tissue traumas as tears, ligaments/tendons tearing etc
Medical team
Appointment's timetable
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Geulette, Bernard | 08.40 - 11.40 | ||||
| Dr Ghafil, Dior | 14.00 - 16.40 | ||||
| Dr Willemart, Etienne | 14.30-17.10 | ||||
| Dr Yerganyan, Viken | 14.00-17.00 |
Technical exams
Frequently asked questions
I have a sore back (foot, elbow, knee…).Do I need to consult an orthopedics specialist ?
Not straight away. The orthopedic specialists are musculoskeletal system surgeons whereas rheumatologists and physical doctors are the actual doctors. In the instance of limb pain without any particular past medical orthopedics history, it is preferable to first consult a rheumatologist or a physical doctor.
Do Medicis’ Orthopedics specialists also treat children ?
At Médicis, Dr Dior Ghafil is also a paediatric orthopedics.