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Addiction Psychiatry Provide psychiatric care for patients with alcohol, drug, or substance abuse problems and help with the emotional and behavioral consequences. Adolescent Medicine Treat the unique healthcare concerns of adolescents, including physical, psychological, and social issues. Allergy and Immunology Treat disorders of the immune system such as asthma, eczema, nasal allergies, food allergies, and immunodeficiency diseases. Cardiology Study the heart and treat disorders of the heart and blood vessels. Chiropractor Health professionals who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of problems that affect the alignment of the muscles and bones of the body. They use a variety of techniques to adjust the spinal column to prevent and treat muscle, joint, and ligament problems. Dentist Health professionals who specialize in mouth and dental health problems. Dentists can diagnose and treat dental problems, such as cavities and tooth loss, and perform cosmetic procedures, such as whitening teeth. Dentists may further specialize in areas such as: Gum disease (periodontist), straightening of the teeth (orthodontist), Nerves of the teeth (endodontist), Surgery on the mouth and gums (oral surgeon) and Tooth restoration (prosthodontist). Dermatology Diagnose and treat disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, such as skin cancers, moles, allergic disorders, and scarring. Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism Diagnose and treat disorders of the endocrine system such as thyroid and adrenal gland problems and disorders such as diabetes, pituitary diseases, and menstrual and sexual problems. Family Practice Prevent, diagnose, and treat a wide variety of ailments in patients of all ages, incorporating training in surgery, psychiatry, internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, and geriatrics.
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Gastroenterology Diagnose and treat problems of the stomach, pancreas, intestines, liver, and gallbladder, such as abdominal pain, ulcers, cancer, and jaundice. Geriatric Medicine Diagnose and treat disorders common in older people. Gynecology Diagnose and treat disorders and conditions of the female reproductive system and educate woman on wellness and disease prevention. Hearing/Audiology Audiologists are hearing specialists who are trained to identify, diagnose, measure, and treat hearing disorders or balance problems. They use a variety of devices to measure hearing and the type and extent of hearing loss. Hematology Diagnose and treat diseases of the blood, spleen, and lymph glands, such as anemia, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, and leukemia. Hospice and Palliative Medicine Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual resources for people who are in the last stages of a terminal illness, such as cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. Infectious Disease Diagnose and treat problems related to infection, such as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) or tuberculosis. Internal Medicine Provide long-term comprehensive care, manage common illnesses and problems of adolescents and adults, treat mental health and substance abuse problems, and educate patients on disease prevention and wellness. Maternal and Fetal Medicine Diagnose and treat patients with complications during or caused by pregnancy.
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Nephrology Diagnose and treat disorders of the kidneys, high blood pressure, and fluid and mineral imbalances. Neurology Diagnose and treat all disorders of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and the structures that support them. Obstetrics and Gynecology Diagnose and treat disorders and conditions of the female reproductive system, including pregnancy and educate woman on wellness and disease prevention. Occupational Therapy Occupational medicine specialists are medical doctors who specialize in helping organizations maintain a safe and healthy workplace and provide care for injured workers and assist them in getting back to work. Oncology Diagnose and treat all types of cancer, often with chemotherapy, and consult with radiologists and surgeons on other treatments. Ophthalmology Ophthalmologists are physicians -- doctors of medicine (MDs) or doctors of osteopathy (DOs). MDs and DOs complete four or more years of college premedical education, four years of medical school, and one year of internship to get their doctorate degrees. Ophthalmologists provide complete eye care services. These include: Vision services, including eye exams, Medical eye care -- for glaucoma, iritis, chemical burns, orbital cellulites, etc., Surgical eye care -- for trauma, crossed eyes, cataracts, glaucoma, tumors, etc., Diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions related to other diseases, like diabetes ( diabetic retinopathy), arthritis (iritis), or brain conditions ( multiple sclerosis/optic neuritis), Eye disease and injury preventive services and Plastic surgery -- some ophthalmologists offer this service for drooping eyelids or skin tumors, or for smoothing wrinkles and improving skin tone around the eyes. Optometrist Optometrists are trained to diagnose and treat vision conditions like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. They are trained in prescribing eyeglasses, contact lenses, eye exercises, low vision aids, and vision therapy. They are also trained to identify cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal disease, and to use some medications to treat eye disease. Orthodontist A dentist who specializes in correcting irregularities of the teeth.
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Orthotics and Prosthetics An allied health profession that is concerned with the design, development, fitting and manufacturing of orthoses or prosthetics, which are devices that support or correct musculoskeletal deformities and/or abnormalities of the human body. Otolaryngology Diagnose and treat diseases, including cancer, that affect the ears, respiratory system, and head and neck. Has expertise in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Pain Management Treat people experiencing acute and chronic pain. Pediatric Cardiology Diagnose and treat infants and children who have problems of the heart and blood vessels. Pediatric Endocrinology Diagnose and treat infants and children who have diseases or disorders such as diabetes mellitus, growth problems, early or late puberty, and birth defects resulting from problems in the hormonal system. Pediatric Gastroenterology Diagnose and treat disorders occurring in the digestive tract of infants and children. Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Diagnose and treat infants and children who have blood disorders, cancer, or both. Pediatric Infectious Disease Diagnose and treat infants and children who have infectious diseases such as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) or tuberculosis that are more complicated than normal childhood illnesses. Pediatric Nephrology Diagnose and treat infants and children who have problems associated with the kidneys and urinary tract. Pediatric Neurology Diagnose and treat infant and children disorders of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and the structures that support them. Pediatric Pulmonology Diagnose and treat respiratory diseases in infants and children. Subspecialty of Pediatrics.
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Pediatric Rheumatology Diagnose and treat rheumatologic diseases of the joints, muscles, tendons, and bones such as arthritis and muscle strains in infants and children. Pediatric Urology Diagnose and treat infant and children disorders of the urinary tract. Pediatrics Provide a broad spectrum of health care for children from infancy to young adulthood, including physical, emotional, and social health; provide preventive health care; and treat disease. Physiatry The practice of physical medicine and rehabilitation. Physicians are board certified in physical medicine. Physical Therapists Work to restore and prevent patients’ loss of function. Podiatry Focuses on the preventive care (for example, for diabetics) and treatment of the feet and legs, such as wound care. Podiatrists are doctors that receive four years of training and are licensed to independently diagnose and treat (both medically and surgically) conditions of the feet and legs. Preventive Medicine Focus on the health of individuals and groups to maintain health and prevent disease, disability, or premature death; may work in public health agencies and large health care systems or with employee groups. Psychiatry Diagnose and treat mental, addictive, and emotional disorders such as depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse, sexual dysfunction, stress, and developmental problems; order diagnostic laboratory tests; and prescribe medications. Psychology, Adult A health care professional who specializes in disorders of the adult mind and behavior of humans . Psychologists in health services include counselors who work clinics, and clinicians who tend to work in hospitals or private practice.
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Primary Care (PCP) A physician or medical doctor who provides both the first contact to diagnosis of a health concern and provides continuing care of varied medical conditions, not limited by organ, cause, system or diagnosis. Radiology Diagnose using radiology methods, such as x-rays, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine, or treat disease using radiation. Rehabilitation Rehabilitation refers to a treatment used to heal a body from ailments. Rehabilitation centers restore a patient's confidence and help you regain your original place in society. Patients with an acute history of illness need inpatient rehabilitation centers. They focus on treating patients after a head injury, stroke or similar medical trauma. Respiratory Therapy (RT) A health care professional who provides a broad spectrum of outpatient services for patients with many types of lung diseases. A primary care physician will directly ask the RT for help with these services, including pulmonary rehab, smoking cessation, asthma education, spirometry, long-term oxygen therapy, and home monitoring and treatment for sleep apnea. Rheumatology Diagnose and treat diseases of joints, muscles, bones, and tendons such as arthritis, back pain, and common athletic injuries. Sleep Medicine Diagnose and treat diseases related to sleep disorders (which often affect breathing). Speech Therapy A health care professional who provides a broad spectrum of outpatient services for patients with many types of speech and language disorders. Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of the spinal column such as a sudden severe blow to the spine as a result of a car accident, fall, gunshot, or sporting accident. Sometimes the spinal cord is damaged by infection or spinal stenosis, or by a birth defect, such as spina bifida. Sports Medicine A health care professional that promotes wellness, health, fitness, and the prevention of injuries using exercise physiology, nutrition, psychology, and physical rehabilitation. Surgery, Cardiovascular A physician specialist in the treatment of surgical conditions of the cardiovascular system.
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Surgery, Colon and Rectal A physician specialist in the treatment of surgical conditions of the colon-rectal system. Surgery, General A physician specialist in the treatment of general surgical conditions. Surgery, Hand A physician specialist in the treatment of surgical conditions of the hands. Surgery, Head and Neck A physician specialist in the treatment of surgical conditions of the head and neck. Surgery, Neurological A physician specialist in the treatment of surgical conditions of the neurological system. Surgery, Oncology A physician specialist in the treatment of surgical conditions relating to oncology. Surgery, Orthopedic A physician specialist in the treatment of surgical conditions related to orthopedics. Surgery, Plastic A physician specializing in reconstructive and cosmetic procedures. Surgery, Thoracic A physician specialist in the treatment of surgical conditions related to thoracic system. Surgery, Traumatic A physician specialist in the treatment of surgical conditions related to injury or traumatic events. Surgery, Transplant Transplant surgeons specialize in the surgical transplantation of solid organs. Surgery, Urological A physician specialist in the treatment of surgical conditions of urological conditions. Surgery, Vascular A physician specialist in the treatment of surgical conditions related to the vascular system. Urology Diagnose and treat disorders of the urinary tract in men and women and the genital tract in men.
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Wound Care Diagnose and treat problems with acute or chronic wound healing, resulting from non-healing diabetic wounds, post surgical wounds and numerous other non-healing wound conditions.