health care specialists and roles Flashcards
what role does a gynaecologist play?
a gynaecologist specialises in female reproductive health.
-they are able to diagnose and treat issues related to the female reproductive tract
what diseases do a gynaecologist diagnose and treat?
-endometriosis
-infertility
-ovarian cysts, and pelvic pain
what is the role of an obstetrician?
provides specialised medical care during pregnancy and birth
what do obstetricians do?
-provide maternal care/advice
-trained to provide medical care during pregnancy, labour and birth, and after birth.
-deliver babies
what is the role of a speech pathologist?
works with people of all ages who have communication or swallowing difficulties
what can a speech pathologist do?
strategies to improve speech clarity or fluency, or signs, symbols, gestures and other forms of assisted communication
what is the role of a social worker?
social workers is AHA (allied health assistance) who help people who are in crisis and need support.
what is the role of a dietician?
provide guidance about how to appropriately manage diets and nutrition for people who may be affected by health conditions such as diabetes, obesity (etc.)
what is an nurses role? (registered)
asessing pt, developing a nursing care plan, administrating medicine, providing specialised nursing care (etc.)
what does a physiotherapist do?
a healthcare profressional that assesses, diagnose, treats and works to prevent disease and disability through movement and exercise.
what does a podiatrist do?
podiatrists are experts in foot, ankle and lower limb health and can help prevent, diagnose and treat a wide a range of food conditions.
what does a chiropractor do?
a chiropractor works with the body’s musculosketal system (in particular the vertebra) to improve the functioning of the nervous system and general health
what does an optometrist do?
an optometrist role is to detect defects in vision, signs of injury, ocula diseases or abnormality, and problems with general health.
what does a psychologosist do?
psychologists are educated in the science of how people feel, behave and react. They provide help with issues such as anxiety, depression and eating disorders.
what does a paramedic do?
paramedics provide emergancy medical response as well as routine support at events
