Orthopedic Specialist Interview Questions and Answers

The approach to upper, mid & lower 3rd in orthopedics involves different techniques for each section.

• Upper 3rd: Deltopectoral approach of Henry, inter nervous and vascular plane

• Mid 3rd: Lateral intermuscular plane

• Lower 3rd: Posterior approach, olecranon osteotomy for comminuted intraarticular fractures or triceps splitting

There are several surgical approaches to the hip for Hemiarthroplasty.

• Anterolateral approach

• Posterolateral approach

• Direct lateral approach

• Anterior approach

• Minimally invasive approaches

Management of GA 1-2 and 3B open Tibia #s

• GA 1-2 open Tibia fractures can be managed with closed reduction and immobilization

• GA 3B open Tibia fractures often require surgical intervention

• Infection prophylaxis is crucial in open Tibia fractures

• Early mobilization and physical therapy are important for rehabilitation