doctor, doctor Flashcards
(30 cards)
doctor who treats diseases/ disorders of the urine
urologist
a doctor who treats diseases/disorders of the heart and blood vessels
cardiologist
a doctor who treats internal organ diseases and or disorders
internist
a doctor who treats foot disorders
podiatrist
diagnoses and treats tumors (cancer)
oncologist
promotes wellness and treats children
pediatrician
diagnoses disease by studying changes in organs, tissues, and cells
pathologist
specialize in treating muscles and bones
orthopedist
specialize in treating the mind
psychiatrist
use x-rays and radiation to diagnose and treat disorders
radiologist
specialize in treating the skin
dermatologist
specialize in treating the brain and nervous system
neurologist
performs surgery to correct deformities and treat injuries and diseases
surgeon
administers medication to cause loss of sensation for feeling during surgery
anesthesiologist
promotes wellness and treats older persons
gerontologist
doctor who specializes in eyes
ophthalmologist
assists with women in pregnancy and children
obstetrician
focus on spine, muscle, and nervous system, diagnose and treat various health issues related to the musculoskeletal system, especially back and neck pain through nonsurgical methods and spinal adjustments
chiropractor
specialize in the endocrine system (glands)
endocrinologist
specializes in female reproductive organs
gynecologist
doctor who specializes in the stomach and intestines
gastroenterologist
doctor who specializes in kidneys
nephrologist
doctor who specializes in the ear, nose, and throat
otolaryngologist
specializes in the lower part of the large intestine
proctologist