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 5,546 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. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
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.