Orthopaedic Surgeon Inducted into Academy
Denver, CO – Scott G. Resig, MD of Denver, was inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) on February 25, 2009, during ceremonies at the Academy’s 2009 Annual Meeting in Las Vegas.
Dr. Resig is in private practice at Denver-Vail Orthopedics with offices in Parker and Denver. He specializes in complex conditions of the foot and ankle as well as total hip, knee and ankle replacement. Because he enjoys competitive sports he is familiar with the frustrations that an injury can cause. Therefore, Dr. Resig believes every patient deserves to receive the finest orthopedic care in a compassionate and professional atmosphere. He has particular interest in minimally invasive surgery which can lead to less discomfort and a more rapid return to leisure activities. When Dr. Resig is not practicing medicine he enjoys Running Marathons, Skiing, Riding his Harley, motocross bike, and travelling.
An orthopaedic surgeon is a physician with extensive training in the diagnosis and non-surgical as well as surgical treatment of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves.
The Academy is the largest medical association for musculoskeletal specialists. Its Fellows have completed medical school, plus at least five years of specialty study in orthopaedics in an accredited residency program, passed a comprehensive oral and written exam, and been certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
With more then 35,000 members, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (www.aaos.org) or (www.orthoinfo.aaos.org), is a not-for-profit organization that provides education programs for orthopedic surgeons, allied health professionals and the public. An advocate for improved patient care, the Academy is participating in the Bone and Joint Decade (www.usbjd.org), the global initiative to raise awareness of musculoskeletal health, simulate research and improve people’s quality of life. President Bush has declared the years 2002-2011 National Bone and Joint Decade in support of these objectives.