Specialties Flashcards
(24 cards)
Diseases of the heart and blood vessels
Cardiologist
Diseases of the skin
Dermatologist
Diseases of glands (hormones and diabetes)
Endocrinologist
Diseases of the stomach and intestine
Gastroenterologist
Diseases of the elderly
Gerontologist
Diseases of the internal organs (heart, lungs, intestines, kidneys)
Internist
Diseases of the brain and nervous system
Neurologist
Pregnancy and childbirth
Obstetrician
Diagnosis and treatment of tumors and cancer
Oncologist
Diseases and disorders of the eye
Ophthalmologist
Diseases of the bones and muscles
Orthopedist
Diseases of the ear, nose, throat
Otorhinolaryngologist
Diagnoses diseases by studying changes in tissues, organs, and cells
Pathologist
Diseases/disorders in children
Pediatrician
Corrective surgery to repair malformations
Plastic surgeon
Diseases of the lower part of the large intestine/rectum
Proctologist
Diseases and disorders of the mind
Psychiatrist
Use of x-rays to diagnose and treat diseases
Radiologist
Diseases of the kidney or bladder
Urologist
Male reproductive issues
Urologist
Ear specialist (not an MD)
Rheumatologist
Kidney Dr.
Nephrologist
Nurse specializes in birthing (not an MD)
Nurse Midwife
MD who administers mess to cause loss of sensation during surgery
Anesthesiologist