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Surgical Critical Care Physician

Allopathic & Osteopathic PhysiciansSurgerySurgical Critical Care
4,250 providers nationally2086S0102X

Definition

A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.

Quick Facts

Taxonomy Code
2086S0102X
Grouping
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Surgery
Specialization
Surgical Critical Care
National Providers
4,250
Conditions Treated
0

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