Evaluate and advise patients on the risk involved with having surgery

· Perform surgical procedures to prevent or correct injury, disease, deformities and patient function while adhering to regulatory and ethical protocols

· Follow established surgical techniques during surgery

· Prescribe preoperative and postoperative treatment and procedures

· Ensure sterility in the operating room, and all equipment and instruments

· Direct and coordinate activities of hospital staff for proper patient care

· Oversee all treatment prior to and post-surgery, and identify associated risks