Health Care Systems and Settings Flashcards
General Practitioners
Medical doctors who treat acute and chronic illnesses and provide preventive care and health education to patients
Family practitioners
Medical doctors who offer care the whole family, from newborns to older adults.
Internists
Medical doctors who provide comprehensive care of adults, often diagnosing and treating chronic, long-term conditions
Allergists
Evaluate disorders and diseases of the immune system
Anesthesiologists
Manage pain or use sedation during surgical procedures
Cardiologists
Specialize in diagnosing and treating disease or conditions of the heart and blood vessels
Dermatologists
Specialize in conditions of the skin
Endocrinologists
Specialize in hormonal and glandular conditions.
Gastroenterologists
Specialize in managing diseases of the gastrointestinal tract
Gynecologists
Specialize in the female reproductive system and fertility disorders
Hematologists
Deal with blood and blood-producing organs
Hepatologists
Specialize in the study of body parts such as the liver, biliary tree, gallbladder, and pancreas
Neonatologists
Specialize in the care of newborns
Nephrologists
Specialize in kidney care and treating diseases of the kidneys
Obstetrician
Specialize in the care of women during and after pregnancy
Oncologists
Specialize in the treatment and care of patients who have cancer
Ophthalmologists
Specialize in eye conditions
Orthopedists
Specialize in bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments
Otolaryngologists
Otorhinolaryngologists
Specialize in the ear, nose and throat
Neurologists
Specialize in the nervous system
Pathologists
Specialize in body tissues, blood, urine, and other body fluids to diagnose or trat medical conditions
Pediatricians
Specialize in newborn, infant, child, and adolescent health care
Radiologists
Specialize in the use of x-rays, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging to detect abnormalities throughout the body
Urologists
Specialize in disorders of the urinary tract
Urgent cares
Provide an alternative to the emergency department. They cost less, have a shorter wait time, and are often conveniently located.
Laboratory services
Perform diagnostic testing on blood, body fluids, and other types of specimens to conclude a diagnosis for the provider.
Diagnostic imaging
Machines such a x-rays, ultrasounds, MRI and CT
Occupational therapy
Assists patients who have conditions that disable them developmentally, emotionally, mentally or physically
Physical therapy
Assists patients in regaining mobility and improving strength and range of motion.
Acupuncture
Involves pricking the skin or tissues with needles to relieve pain and treat various physical, mental, and emotional conditions
Chiropractic
Medicine that diagnoses and treats mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, particularly the spine
Energy therapy
Is the calm method of clearing cellular memory through the human energy field promoting health, balance and relaxation.
Dietary supplements
Contain one or more dietary ingredients including minerals, vitamins, herbs, or other botanicals
American Red Cross
Community service organization that provides general assistance during times of crisis such as floods, hurricanes, fires or other natural disasters
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Provides immunizations and other health services for people who lack the necessary insurance coverage
Centers for Disease control (CDC)
Responsible for tracking the origin and spread of diseases and preventing further occurences
Child Protective Services
Focuses on protecting children who are experiencing neglect, abuse, or dangerous home situations.
