As you read more about CRPS/RSD you'll know what fits in your case. Maybe the ortho was concerned that the surgery was what set off the CRPS for you.

If you feel CRPS is the correct diagnosis, maybe he was a bit upset that he missed the signs...

Since you mention shoulder/hand issues, I'd like to suggest - if CRPS is not a clear fit - that you read about thoracic outlet syndrome also (TOS) for short.
It is possible to have both TOS & RSD/CRPS too...
I haven't had time to read about your symptoms..
post #1 in our useful sticky thread is a comprehensive collection of info about TOS -
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/thread84.html