Medical Specialties and Specialists – Flashcards
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Chiropractor
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diagnosis and treatment neuromuscular disorders, with an emphasis on treatment through manual adjustment and/or manipulation of the spine
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Podiatrists
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work on and study ailments that afflict the feet and ankles of patients. They are often referred to a "foot doctors" and treat such afflictions as athlete's foot, calluses, nail disorders, and other foot injuries and infections.
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Cardiologists
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Doctor specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disorders
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Immunologists
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treat cases to include allergies, immunodeficiency disorders, autoimmune diseased and cancers of the immune system
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Pulmonologists
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medical doctors who treat respiratory disorders
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Gastroenterologist
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a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the stomach and intestines
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Proctologist
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a physician who specializes in disorders of the colon, rectum, and anus
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Anesthesiologist
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a physician who specializes in administering anesthetic agents before and during surgery
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Neurosurgeon
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a physician who specializes in surgery of the nervous system
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Ophthalmologist
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physician who studies and treats diseases of the eye
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Dermatologist
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one who studies the skin and its diseases
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Gynecologist
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a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the female reproductive system
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Pediatrician
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a physician who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing disorders and diseases of children
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Orthopedic Surgeon
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a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders involving the bones, joints, and muscles
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Neurologist
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A physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the nervous system.
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Hematologist
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physician who studies and treats diseases of the blood
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Oncologist
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a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating malignant disorders such as tumors and cancer
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Bariatric
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treatment of obesity
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Orthodontist
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a dental specialist who prevents or corrects malocclusion of the teeth and related facial structures
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Nephrologist
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a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the kidneys
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Anesthetist
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a medical professional who specializes in administering anesthesia, but is not a physician
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Psychiatrist
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medical doctor who has specialized in treating psychological disorders
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Optometrist
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holds a Doctor of Optometry degree and specializes in measuring the accuracy of vision to determine whether corrective lenses are needed
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Cosmetic Surgeon
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a physician who specializes in the surgical restoration and reconstruction of body structures
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Obstetrician
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a physician who specializes in providing medical care to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and immediately thereafter
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Osteopath
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holds a Doctor of Osteopathy degree and uses traditional forms of medical treatment in addition to specializing in treating health problems by spinal manipulation
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Rheumatologist
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physician who treats joint and connective tissue disorders such as arthritis
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Allergist
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specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions of altered immunologic reactivity, such as allergic reactions
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Otolaryngologist
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a physician with specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck; also known as an ENT
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Dentist
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specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of teeth and tissues of the oral cavity
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Periodontist
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dental specialist who prevents or treats disorders of the tissues surrounding the teeth
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Urologist
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a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the urinary system of females and the genitourinary system of males
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Neurologist
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A physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the nervous system.
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Psychologist
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A scientist who studies the mind and behavior of humans and animals
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Audiologist
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one who studies and specializes in hearing
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Endocrinologist
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a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and malfunctions of the endocrine glands
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Neonatologist
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a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the newborn
