Types of Medical Specialists Flashcards
allergist
evaluates disorders and diseases of the immune system, including adverse reactions to medications and food, anaphylaxis, problems related to autoimmune disease, and asthma
anesthesiologist
manages pain or administers sedation medications during surgical procedures
cardiologist
diagnoses and treats diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels
dermatologist
diagnoses and treats skin conditions
endocrinologist
diagnoses and treats hormonal and glandular conditions; often works with patients who have diabetes
gastroenterologist
manages diseases of the GI tract (stomach, intestines, esophagus, liver, pancreas, colon, and rectum)
gynecologist
diagnoses and treats internal reproductive system and fertility disorders
hematologist
diagnoses and treats blood and blood-producing organs, patients who have anemia, leukemia, and lymphoma
hepatologists
studies and treats diseases related to the liver, biliary tree, gallbladder, and pancreas
neonatologists
provides care of newborns, specifically those who are ill or premature
nephrologist
manages diseases and disorders of the kidney and its associated structures
obstetrician
provides care of patients during and after pregnancy
oncologist
treats and provides care for patients who have cancer
ophthalmologist
diagnoses and treats diseases and conditions of the eye
orthopedist
treats injuries and diseases of the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments
