Hip Fractures
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A hip fracture is a break in the upper end of the femur, near the joint that connects the leg with the pelvis. It is usually related to falls and is more common in older people or those with weakened bones.
Common symptoms: Intense pain in the hip or groin, an inability to stand or walk, and sometimes the affected leg looks shorter or turned outward.
Why act quickly: Regaining mobility and preventing complications depends largely on early care.
Which specialist treats it? The orthopedist and the trauma surgeon are the ones who evaluate and treat the fracture, and subsequent rehabilitation supports the return to activity. If after a fall there is hip pain and it is not possible to bear weight on the leg, the right thing to do is seek care immediately.
Data on 5,121 doctors who treat hip fractures
Which specialist treats hip fractures?
Hip fractures require urgent evaluation by an orthopedist, who will determine whether surgery is needed; an anesthesiologist is involved during the procedure and a radiologist supports diagnosis with imaging studies. A general practitioner can provide initial care. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in hip fractures
Dr. Karla Gonzalez Segovia
Dr. Julieta Márquez Villegas
Dr. Rafael Reynaga Martinez
Dr. Rosa Isela Fraga Rodríguez
Dr. Julieta Cruz Ruiz
Dr. Carlos Lozano Márquez
Dr. Velia Edila Uresti Alvarado
Dr. Roberto Arturo Castillo Reyther
Dr. Armando Alvarez Martínez
Dr. Carlos Antonio Díaz Torres
Dr. Jose Alfonso Lugo Iniguez
Dr. José de Jesús Zermeño Nava
Dr. Javier Baldizon Recio
Dr. Armando Villalobos Ruíz
Dr. Raul Humberto Perales Recio
Dr. Jaime Dante Hernandez Mendoza
Dr. Gerardo González Cantú
Dr. Laura Evangelina Ortiz Martinez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Francisco Javier Caballero Garcia
Frequently asked questions
What is hip fractures?
A hip fracture is a break in the upper end of the femur, near the joint that connects the leg with the pelvis. It is usually related to falls and is more common in older people or those with weakened bones.
Which doctor treats hip fractures?
Hip fractures require urgent evaluation by an orthopedist, who will determine whether surgery is needed; an anesthesiologist is involved during the procedure and a radiologist supports diagnosis with imaging studies. A general practitioner can provide initial care. Find these specialists.