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Physician's Specialty Fields of Medical Practice Flashcards

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Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of allergic diseases, including asthma, and diagnosis, management, and therapy of immunologic diseases.

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Allergist/Immunologist

Allergy and Immunology

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Comprehensive medical management and anesthetic care before, during, and after surgery and long-term pain management and critical care related to cardiac and respiratory emergencies.

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Anesthesiologist

(Anesthesiology)

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Diagnosis, medical care, and surgical treatment of conditions related to small intestine, colon, and rectum.

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Colon and Rectal Surgeon

(Colon and Rectal Surgery)

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Medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the skin and it’s appendages.

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Dermatologist

(Dermatology)

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Prehospital emergency medical care of acutely ill or injured patients.

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Emergency Physician

(Emergency Medicine)

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Comprehensive general medical care of individuals of all ages and their families with emphasis on disease prevention and health promotion.

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Family Physician

(Family Practice)

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Nonsurgical care centered around prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases in adults.

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Internist

(Internal Medicine)

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Diagnosis and management of conditions related to the heart and blood vessels.

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Cardiologist

(Cardiology)

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Diagnosis and management of diseases of the endocrine glands; e.g.: diabetes, obesity, and thyroid dysfunction.

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Endocrinologist

(Endocrinology)

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Diagnosis and management of conditions related to the digestive system.

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Gastroenterologist

(Gastroenterology)

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Diagnosis and medical management of conditions affecting the elderly; also a subspecialty of family practice.

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Geriatrician

(Geriatric Medicine)

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Diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders.

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Hematologist

(Hematology)

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Diagnosis and treatment of kidney disorders.

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Nephrologist

(Nephrology)

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Treatment of tumors and cancer.

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Oncologist

(Oncology)

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Treatment of arthritis and related disorders.

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Rheumatologist

(Rheumatology)

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Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of genetic disorders; includes research, laboratory testing, and counseling.

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Geneticist

(Medical Genetics)

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Nonsurgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system.

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Neurologist

(Neurology)

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Surgical and nonsurgical treatment of diseases related to the nervous system and supportive structures, including blood vessels.

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Neurosurgeon

(Neurological Surgery)

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Use of radioactive substances to diagnose and treat disease; a dual specialty in other fields such as radiology, internal medicine, neurology, and cardiology.

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Nuclear Medicine Physician

(Nuclear Medicine)

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Care and treatment of mother and fetus throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and immediate postpartum period.

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Obstetrician (OB/GYN)

(Obstetrics and Gynecology)

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Medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the female reproductive and urinary system.

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Gynecologist

(Gynecology)

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Medical and surgical treatment of the eye, including vision and care services.

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Ophthalmologist

(Opthalmology)

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Medical, surgical, and rehabilitative treatments of disorders of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves.

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Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedist

(Orthopedic Surgery)

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Medical and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and adjoining structures of the head and neck.

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Otolaryngologist, ENT Physician

(Otolaryngology)

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Study of disease emphasizing examination of tissue for diagnosis; e.g. biopsy.

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Pathologist

(Pathology)

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Comprehensive medical care of infants, children, and adolescents, with emphasis on disease prevention and healthful physical and mental development.

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Pediatrician

(Pediatrics)

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Treatments of patients suffering from neuromusculoskeletal disorders caused by illness or injury.

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Physiatrist

(Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physiatry)

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Surgery for restoration, repair, or reconstruction of body structure.

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Plastic Surgeon

(Plastic Surgery)

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Medical care that focuses on prevention of disease and health maintenance; specialty areas include: aerospace medicine, occupational medicine, public health, and general preventive medicine.

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Preventive Medicine

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Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.

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Psychiatrist

(Psychiatry)

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Use of ionizing and non ionizing imaging modalities and imaging guidance.

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Radiologist

(Radiology)

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Treatment of diseases and traumas requiring an operation; sub-specialty areas include vascular, pediatric, hand, and critical care.

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General Surgeon

(Surgery)

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Treatment of disease, deformities, and trauma requiring an operation within the chest, including the heart and lungs

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Thoracic Surgeon

(Thoracis Surgery)

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Surgical and non surgical treatment of the male urinary and reproductive system and the female reproductive system.

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Urologist

(Urology)

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D.C

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  • Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine

- Treatment centered on manipulation of the spine to maintain balance in the body.

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D.D.S

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  • Doctor of Dental Surgery

- Treatment of dental disorders requiring surgery.

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D.P.M

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  • Doctor of Pediatric Medicine

- diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the foot

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O.D.

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Doctor of Optometry

-Diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of the eye; vision care services.

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M.D.

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Medical Doctor

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D.O

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Doctor of Osteopathy

-Focuses on the role of the musculoskeletal system to maintain function and balance in the body.

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Ph. D.

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  • Doctor of Psychology, aka Clinical Psychologist.

- Counsel patients with mental or emotional disorders.

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