General surgery treats conditions that need an operation but don't require a narrower subspecialty — hernias, gallbladder disease, appendicitis, hemorrhoids and lumps requiring removal. Many procedures today are done laparoscopically (through small incisions), reducing recovery time.
Orthopedics treats conditions of the bones, joints, ligaments and muscles — fractures, arthritis, ligament tears and spine disorders. Treatment ranges from physiotherapy and medication to joint replacement and reconstructive surgery for more advanced cases.
Neurosurgery operates on the brain, spine and nervous system — treating tumors, severe disc herniation, aneurysms and traumatic brain or spine injury. It's typically reserved for conditions where non-surgical treatment isn't sufficient, given the complexity and risk involved.
Cardiothoracic and vascular surgery operates on the heart, lungs, major blood vessels and chest — bypass surgery, valve replacement and vascular repairs. These are typically major procedures performed after a cardiologist has diagnosed a condition medication alone can't resolve.
Plastic and reconstructive surgery covers both reconstructive procedures (after burns, trauma or cancer surgery) and cosmetic procedures patients choose electively. The same surgical skill set applies to both — the difference is medical necessity versus personal choice.
Urology treats conditions of the urinary tract and male reproductive system — kidney stones, prostate enlargement, UTIs, erectile dysfunction and incontinence. Many of these conditions are common but under-discussed, so urologists often see patients who've delayed care out of discomfort raising the topic.
Pediatric surgery performs operations specifically on infants and children — hernia repair, congenital condition correction, and childhood appendicitis — adapted for a child's smaller anatomy and different recovery needs than an adult's.
Surgical oncology removes cancerous tumors and affected tissue, usually as part of a treatment plan coordinated with medical oncologists (chemotherapy) and radiologists (imaging, radiation). Timing matters — surgical oncologists work to move quickly from diagnosis to operation.
Bariatric and laparoscopic surgery treats severe obesity through procedures like gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, for patients where diet and lifestyle changes alone haven't been enough. Success depends heavily on long-term follow-up and nutrition support after surgery, not just the operation itself.
Anything specialty-specific that is not listed above: tell us what you need and we will say honestly whether it exists. Voice notes that draft a visit for the doctor to review are described on the voice notes page.
Questions from clinics in this family
Does Klintro work for surgical specialties clinics?
Every Klintro clinic gets appointments, patient records, billing, reminders, reviews and a clinic website. Each specialty in this family has its own page that describes the challenges of that kind of practice and what Klintro does about them.
Do I need a different product for my specialty?
No. Every specialty uses the same Klintro tools. If you need something specific to your specialty, tell us and we will say plainly whether it exists.
Can patients book online?
Yes, on your clinic website. See online booking. There is no commission on appointment bookings.