Chapter 3- Fields of Practice Flashcards
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chir/o
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hand
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crin/o
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to secrete
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enter/o
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small intestine
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esthesi/o
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sensation
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gastr/o
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stomach
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gen/o
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origin or production
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ger/o
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old age
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gynec/o
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woman
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laryng/o
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voicebox
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obstetr/o
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midwife
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onc/o
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tumor
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ophthalm/o, opt/o
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eye
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ot/o
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ear
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path/o
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disease
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plas/o
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formation
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vascul/o
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vessel
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ped/o
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child or foot
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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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M.D.
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Doctor of medicine
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D.O
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Doctor of Osteopathic medicine- Like M.D. but emphasis in musculoskeletal system in maintaining function and balance in the body
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Ph.D.
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Doctor of psychology-counsel of patients with mental or emotional disorders
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D.C.
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Doctor of chiropractic Medicine- treatment centered on manipulation of the spine to maintain function and balance in the body
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Cardiology
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diagnosis and management of conditions related to the heart and blood vessels
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Endocrinology
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diagnosis and management of diseases of the endocrine glands, e.g., diabetes, obesity, thyroid, dysfunction
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Gastroenterology
diagnosis and management of conditions related to the digestive system
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Geriatric medicine
diagnosis and medical management of conditions affecting the elderly; also a subspeciality of family practice
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Hematology
diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders
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Nephrology
nonsurgical treatment of kidney disorder
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oncology
treatment of tumors and cancer
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rheumatology
treatment of arthritis and related disorders
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medical genetics
diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of genetic (inherited) disorders; includes research, laboratory testing, and counseling
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neurology
nonsurgical treatment of diseases of the nervous sytem
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neurological surgery
surgical and nonsurgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system and supportive structures, including blood vessels
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nuclear medicine
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
care and treatment of mother and fetus throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and immediate postpartum period
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Gynecology
medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the female reproductive and urinary system
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Ophthalmology
medical and surgical treatment of the eye, including vision care and services.
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Orthopedic surgery
medical, surgical, and rehabilitative treatment of disorders of the musculoskeletal system, including the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves
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Otolaryngology
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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ENT
ear, nose, throat physician
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Pathology
study of disease emphasizing examination of tissue for diagnosis, e.g., biopsy, autopsy
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Pediatrics
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
treatment of patients suffering from neuromusculoskeletal disorders caused by illness or injury, e.g., stroke, spinal cord injury
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Plastic surgery
surgery for restoration, repair, or reconstruction of body strucutres, e.g., body contouring, skin grafting
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Preventative medicine
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
diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders
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Radiology
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
treatment of diseases and trauma requiring an operation; -subspeciality areas include vascular, pediatric, hand, and critical care surgery
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Thoracic surgery
treatment of diseases, deformities, and trauma requiring an operation within the chest, including the heart and lungs
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Urology
surgical and nonsurgical treatment of the male urinary and reproductive system and the female urinary system
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O.D.
Doctor of optometry- diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of the eye, including vision care and services
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D.P.M
Doctor of podiatric medicine- diagnosis and treatment (including surgery) or disorders of the foot
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Allergy and immunology
diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of allergic diseases, including asthma, and diagnosis, management, and therapy of immunologic diseases, e.g., autoimmune disorders
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Anesthesiology
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
diagnosis, medical care, and surgical treatment of conditions related to the small intestine, colon, and rectum
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Dermatology
medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the skin and its appendages, e.g., hair, nails, including cosmetic care
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Emergency medicine
prehospital emergency medical care of acutely ill or injured patients; most commonly rendered in an emergency department of a hospital or a free-standing urgent care facility
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Family practice
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
nonsurgical care centered around prevention, diagnosis and treatment of adults
