👉 In medicine, a surgeon is a healthcare professional who performs surgical procedures to treat and correct various health conditions. They typically use instruments such as a scalpel, tools called instruments, and specialized techniques to perform these procedures. Surgeons are often part of a team that includes other medical professionals, including nurses, doctors, and other specialists. In the context of surgery, a surgeon is responsible for identifying the exact site of injury or damage, preparing the surgical instrument (a scalpel), and performing the necessary