45BX - ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON AFSC Officer

Summary

The physical demands required from our Airmen can take a tremendous toll on their bodies. Responsible for the examination, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system, Orthopedic Surgeons care for everything that allows one to move, work and be active. Utilizing both conservative and surgical means, these specialists treat everything from sports injuries to degenerative conditions, enabling their patients to resume daily activities as quickly as possible.

What You’ll Do

• Examine, diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system.
• Review case histories and data, examine patients, interpret test results and evaluate examination findings.
• Determine procedures for pre- and postoperative care.
• Treat patients suffering from surgical shock, postoperative hemorrhage and other complications.
• Manage and formulate plans and procedures for orthopedic surgery services.
• Instruct interns and residents and serve as a consultant on orthopedic issues.

Duties

• Perform duties related to specialized field requirements.
• Support Air Force mission objectives through technical expertise.
• Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with other units to accomplish mission requirements.
• Supervise and train personnel as required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a residency or fellowship in orthopedic surgery
• Completion of Officer Training School course
• Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 48th birthday

Training & Education

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

Training Stages

• Officer Training School: 5.5 weeks
• Military Training Location: Maxwell AFB, AL

Minimum Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an approved school of medicine or osteopathic medicine

Components

• Air Force Active Duty
• Air National Guard
• Air Force Reserve