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allergy and immunology

allergist and immunologist

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diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of allergic diseases, including asthma, and diagnosis, management, and therapy of immunologic diseases (ex. autoimmune disorders)

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anesthesiology/ anesthesiologist

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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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colon and rectal surgery

colon and rectal surgeon

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diagnosis, medical care, and surgical treatment of conditions related to the small intestine, colon, and rectum

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dermatology/ dermatologist

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medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the skin and its appendages (hair, nails, cosmetic care)

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emergency medicine/ emergency physician

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prehospital emergency medical care of acutely ill or injured patients; most commonly in the emergency department of a hospital or urgent care facility

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family practice/ family physician

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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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internal medicine/ internist

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nonsurgical care centered around prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases of adults

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cardiology/ cardiologist

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diagnosis and management of conditions related to the heart and blood vessels

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endocrinology/ endocrinologist

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diagnosis and management of diseases of the endocrine glands (diabetes, obesity, thyroid)

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gastroenterology/ gastroenterologist

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diagnosis and management of conditions related to the digestive system

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geriatric medicine/ geriatrician

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

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hematology/ hematologist

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diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders

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nephrology/ nephrologist

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nonsurgical treatment of kidney disorders

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oncology/ oncologist

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treatment of tumors and cancer

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rheumatology/ rheumatologist

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treatment of arthritis and related disorders

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medical genetics/ geneticist

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diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of genetic disorders; including research, laboratory testing, and counseling

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neurology/ neurologist

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nonsurgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system

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neurological surgery/ neurosurgeon

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surgical and nonsurgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system and supportive structures, including blood vessels

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nuclear medicine/ nuclear medicine physician

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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 is common

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obstetrics (OB)/ obstetrician

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

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gynecology (GYN)/ gynecologist

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medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the female reproductive and urinary system

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ophthalmology/ ophthalmologist

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medical and surgical treatment of the eye, including vision care and services

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orthopedic surgery/ orthopedic surgeon/ orthopedists (orthopaedist)

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medical, surgical, an rehabilitative treatment of disorders of the musculoskeletal system, including the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves

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otolaryngology/ otolaryngologist

ENT physician

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medical and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and adjoining structure of the head and neck

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pathology/ pathologist

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study of disease emphasizing examination of tissue for diagnosis (biopsy, autopsy)

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pediatrics/ pediatrician

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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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physical medicine and rehabilitation physiatry/ physiatrist

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treatment of patients suffering from neuromusculoskeletal disorders caused by illness or injury (stroke, spinal cord injury)

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plastic surgery/ plastic surgeon

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surgery from restoration, repair, or reconstruction of body structures (body contouring, skin grafting)

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preventative medicine

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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 preventative medicine

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psychiatry/ psychiatrist

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diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders

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radiology/ radiologist

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use of ionizing and nonionizing imaging modalities, including x-ray, radionuclides, magnetic resonance, and ultrasound, to diagnose disease, or in therapies that involve imaging guidance; primary fields include diagnostic radiology, radiation oncology, and radiation physics

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surgery/ general surgeon

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treatment of diseases and trauma requiring an operation; subspecialty areas include vascular, pediatric, hand, and critical care surgery

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thoracic surgery/ thoracic surgeon

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treatment of diseases, deformities, and trauma requiring an operation within the chest, including the heart and lungs

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urology/ urologist

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surgical and nonsurgical treatment of the male urinary and reproductive system and the female urinary system

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doctor of chiropractic medicine (D.C.)/ chiropractor

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treatment centered on manipulation of the spine to maintain function and balance in the body

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doctor of dental surgery (D.D.S.)/ oral surgery/ oral surgeon

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treatment of dental disorders requiring surgery

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doctor of podiatric medicine (D.P.M.)/ podiatry/ podiatrist

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diagnosis and treatment (including surgery) of disorders of the foot

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doctor of optometry (O.D.)/ optometrist

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diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of the eye, including vision care and services

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doctor of psychology (Psy. D. or Ph.D)/ clinical psychologist

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counsel of patients with mental or emotional disorders

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