Procedure

Amputation

Surgical removal of part or all of a limb, most often because of poor circulation, infection, injury or cancer.

Also called: limb amputation, below knee amputation, above knee amputation

Who Can Help with Amputation?

Vascular Surgeons
A surgeon who treats diseases of the arteries and veins, such as blocked arteries, aneurysms and varicose veins.
Orthopedic Surgeons
A surgeon who treats bones, joints, ligaments and muscles, including fractures, arthritis and joint replacement.
General Surgeons
A surgeon who operates on the abdomen, skin and soft tissues, including hernia repair, gallbladder removal and appendectomy.
Physiatrists
A physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, treating injuries and conditions that affect movement without surgery.
Prosthetists
A professional who designs and fits artificial limbs and other prosthetic devices.
Rehabilitation Hospitals
A hospital where patients stay for intensive therapy after a stroke, injury, surgery or serious illness.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about amputation and what is right for you.