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Neurologist | treats diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. |
Ophthalmologist | specializes in the care of the eyes. Prescribe glasses, contact lenses, treat eye conditions and perform eye surgery. |
Optometrist | performs eye examinations, prescribe corrective lenses and treat some eye diseases that don't require surgery. |
Orthopedic Surgeon | treats diseases, injuries, and deformities of the bones and muscles. |
Pathologist | examine body tissues and interpret the results of laboratory tests. |
Pediatricians | provides care for infants, children and teenagers. |
Podiatrist | specializes in caring for the foot and treating foot diseases |
Rheumatologists | treats problems involving the joints, muscles, bones and tendons. |
Urologist | treats problems in the male and female urinary tract and the male reproductive system. |
Audiologist | evaluates hearing and balance problems. |
Occupational Therapist | helps people who are recovering from injuries to regain skills. |
Physical Therapist | provides rehab to help people move, reduce pain, restore function and prevent disability. |
Diagnostic Radiologist | uses imaging, such as x-rays or ultrasound, to diagnose diseases. |
Anesthesiologists | provides sedation for patients who are having surgery or other procedures. |
Cardiologist | treats diseases of the heart and blood vessels |
Chiropractor | adjusts specific parts of the body (often the spine) to prevent and treat diseases |
Dermatologist | treats skin conditions |
Endocrinologist | treats diseases that involve internal glands (endocrine) i.e.. Diabetes, thyroid |
Gastroenterologist | treats digestive organs: stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder - colonoscopies |
General Practice | Primary Care, also known as Family Practice. |
Hematology | the study of the blood, blood forming organs and blood diseases. |
Maxillofacial Surgeon | performs surgery on the teeth, jaws - usually due to a birth defect. |
Nephrologists | treats disorders of the kidneys |
OBGYN | takes care of women during pregnancy and childbirth/ treat disorders of the female reproductive system. |
LMT | Licensed Massage Therapist |
Acupuncturist | uses sharp thin needles that are inserted into the body a very specific points- it is believed to alter the body's energy flow into healthier patterns and to relieve pain. |
Allergist / Immunologist | specializes in the care of people who have allergies and other abnormal responses to allergens that range from dust and food to animals and chemicals. |
Dietician | a person who is an expert in nutrition. |
Otolaryngologists (ear, nose and throat, ENT) | focus on the ear, nose and throat. Treat disorders from the shoulders up, with the exception of the eyes and brain. |
Geriatrics | treatment of problems in the elderly. |
Oncologist | field of medicine that is devoted to cancer. |
Oral Surgeon | a dentist who has special training in surgery, to correct problems of the mouth and jaw. |
Perinatology | a subspecialty of obstetrics concerned with the care of the mother and fetus at higher-than-normal risk for complications. |
Plastic Surgeon | field of surgery concerned with reducing scarring or disfigurement that may occur as a result of accidents, birth defects, or treatment for diseases. |
Prosthetics | the art and science of developing artificial replacements for body parts. |
Orthotics | deals with the provision and use of artificial devices such as splints and braces. |
Pulmonologist | treats diseases and conditions related to the lungs. |
Vascular Surgeon | treats patients for lymphatic diseases, strokes, aneurysms, varicose veins and other conditions. |
Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine | specialized treatment for chronic or non-healing wounds. |