Medical Branches Vocab

Question 0

Gastroenterology

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The branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the stomach and intestines.

Question 1

Andrology

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the branch of physiology and medicine that deals with diseases and conditions specific to men.

Question 2

Anesthesiology

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The branch of medicine concerned with anesthesia and anesthetics.

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Cardiology

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The branch of medicine that deals with diseases and abnormalities of the heart.

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Dermatology

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The branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders.

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Endocrinology

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The branch of physiology and medicine concerned with endocrine glands and hormones.

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Nephrology

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The branch of medicine that deals with the physiology and diseases of the kidneys.

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Neurology

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The branch of medicine or biology that deals with the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and the nervous system.

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Otolaryngology

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The study of diseases of the ear and throat.

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Podiatry

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The treatment of the feet and their ailments.

Question 10

Pediatrics

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The branch of medicine dealing with children and their diseases.

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Oncology

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The study and treatment of tumors.

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Immunology

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The branch of medicine and biology with immunity.

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Pulmonology

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Is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of lung condition and diseases.

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Serology

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The scientific study or examination of blood serum especially with regard to the response of the immune system to pathogens or introduced substances.

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Radiology

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The science dealing with x-rays and other high-energy radiation, especially the use of such radiation for the diagnosis and the treatment of diseases.

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Toxicology

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The branch of science concerned with the nature, effects, and detection of poisons.

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Urology

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The branch of medicine and physiology concerned with the function and disorders of the urinary system.

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Cytology

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The branch of biology concerned with the structure and function of plant and animals cells.

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Histology

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The study of the microscopic structure of tissues.

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Physiology

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The branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts.

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Epidemiology

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The branch of medicine that deals with the incidence, distribution, and possible control of diseases and other factors relating to health.

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Obstetrics

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The branch of medicine and surgery concerned with childbirth and the care of women giving birth.

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Rheumatology

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The study of rheumatism, arthritis, and other disorders of the joints, muscles, and ligaments.

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Gerontology

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The scientific study of old age, the process of aging, and the particular problems of old people.

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Hepatology

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The branch of medicine that incorporates the study of liver, gallbladder, biliary tree, and pancreas as well as management of their disorders.

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Gynecology

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The branch of physiology and medicine that deals with the functions and diseases specific to women and girls, especially those affecting the reproductive system.

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Pathology

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the science of the causes and effects of diseases, especially the branch of medicine that deals with the laboratory examination of samples of body tissue for diagnostic or forensic purposes.

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Psychiatry

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The study and treatment of mental illness, emotional disturbance, and abnormal behavior.

Question 29

Ophthalmology

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The branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of disorders and diseases of the eye.