Physician's Specialty Fields of Medical Practice

Question 1

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

Answer 1

Allergist/Immunologist

Allergy and Immunology

Question 2

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.

Answer 2

Anesthesiologist

(Anesthesiology)

Question 3

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

Answer 3

Colon and Rectal Surgeon

(Colon and Rectal Surgery)

Question 4

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

Answer 4

Dermatologist

(Dermatology)

Question 5

Prehospital emergency medical care of acutely ill or injured patients.

Answer 5

Emergency Physician

(Emergency Medicine)

Question 6

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

Answer 6

Family Physician

(Family Practice)

Question 7

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

Answer 7

Internist

(Internal Medicine)

Question 8

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

Answer 8

Cardiologist

(Cardiology)

Question 9

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

Answer 9

Endocrinologist

(Endocrinology)

Question 10

Diagnosis and management of conditions related to the digestive system.

Answer 10

Gastroenterologist

(Gastroenterology)

Question 11

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

Answer 11

Geriatrician

(Geriatric Medicine)

Question 12

Diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders.

Answer 12

Hematologist

(Hematology)

Question 13

Diagnosis and treatment of kidney disorders.

Answer 13

Nephrologist

(Nephrology)

Question 14

Treatment of tumors and cancer.

Answer 14

Oncologist

(Oncology)

Question 15

Treatment of arthritis and related disorders.

Answer 15

Rheumatologist

(Rheumatology)

Question 16

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

Answer 16

Geneticist

(Medical Genetics)

Question 17

Nonsurgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system.

Answer 17

Neurologist

(Neurology)

Question 18

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

Answer 18

Neurosurgeon

(Neurological Surgery)

Question 19

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

Answer 19

Nuclear Medicine Physician

(Nuclear Medicine)

Question 20

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

Answer 20

Obstetrician (OB/GYN)

(Obstetrics and Gynecology)

Question 21

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

Answer 21

Gynecologist

(Gynecology)

Question 22

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

Answer 22

Ophthalmologist

(Opthalmology)

Question 23

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

Answer 23

Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedist

(Orthopedic Surgery)

Question 24

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

Answer 24

Otolaryngologist, ENT Physician

(Otolaryngology)

Question 25

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

Answer 25

Pathologist | (Pathology)

Question 26

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

Answer 26

Pediatrician | (Pediatrics)

Question 27

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

Answer 27

Physiatrist | (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physiatry)

Question 28

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

Answer 28

Plastic Surgeon | (Plastic Surgery)

Question 29

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

Answer 29

Preventive Medicine

Question 30

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

Answer 30

Psychiatrist | (Psychiatry)

Question 31

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

Answer 31

Radiologist | (Radiology)

Question 32

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

Answer 32

General Surgeon | (Surgery)

Question 33

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

Answer 33

Thoracic Surgeon | (Thoracis Surgery)

Question 34

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

Answer 34

Urologist | (Urology)

Question 35

D.C

Answer 35

- Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine | - Treatment centered on manipulation of the spine to maintain balance in the body.

Question 36

D.D.S

Answer 36

- Doctor of Dental Surgery | - Treatment of dental disorders requiring surgery.

Question 37

D.P.M

Answer 37

- Doctor of Pediatric Medicine | - diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the foot

Question 38

O.D.

Answer 38

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

Question 39

M.D.

Answer 39

Medical Doctor

Question 40

D.O

Answer 40

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

Question 41

Ph. D.

Answer 41

- Doctor of Psychology, aka Clinical Psychologist. | - Counsel patients with mental or emotional disorders.