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the science concerned with the sense of hearing, especially the evaluation and measurement of impaired hearing and the rehabilitation of those with impaired hearing

scientific study of bacteria

scientific studying of living organisms

study of the heart and its functions

the medical specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases

study of the endocrine system

study of the stomach and intestine and their diseases

the branch of medicine dealing with diseases of the genital tract of women

the science dealing with the morphology of blood and blood-forming tissues and with their physiology and pathology

the branch of medical science that deals with the nervous system, both normal and diseased

the sum of knowledge regarding tumors; the study of tumors

the branch of medicine dealing with the eye

the branch of medicine treating the essential nature of disease, especially changes in body tissues and organs that cause or are caused by disease

the science that treats the functions of the living organism and its parts, and the physical and chemical factors and prpcesses involved

the branch of medicine concerned with disorders of the rectum and anus

the science dealing with the mind and mental processes, especially in relation to human and animal behavior

the branch of medical science dealing with the use of x-rays, radioactive substances, and other forms of radiant energy in the diagnosis and treatment of disease

the branch of medicine dealing with the urinary system in the female and genitourinary system in the male

the branch of medicine that deals wit the physical restoration, rehabilitation, and maintenance of the body structures

the branch of medicine that deals with the study, treatment, and prevention of mental illness

a physician who specializes in anesthesiology. An anesthesiologist administers anesthetics, of which there are two types: general anesthetics, which produce sleep, and regional anesthetics, which render a specific area insensible to pain

a physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease

a physician who specializes in the treatment of infections, growths, and injuries related to the skin

a physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the glands of internal secretion

a physician who specializes in the study of the stomach and the intestines and their diseases

a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of the diseases of the aging and elderly

a physician who specializes in the diseases of the genital tract in women

a physician who specializes in the science of blood and blood-forming tissues

a physician who specializes in internal organs of the body and their function

a physician who specializes in the science of the central nervous system

a physician who specializes in the study of tumors

a physician who specializes in diagnosing and prescribing treatment for defects, injuries, and diseases of the eye

a surgeon who specializes in the preservation and restoration of the function of the skeletal system, its articulation, and associated structures

a physician who specializes in diagnosing changes in body tissues and organs that cause or are caused by disease

a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children's diseases

a physician who specializes in prescribing and providing physical therapy and rehabilitation for patients requiring it

one who studies body function; an authorized practitioner of medicine

a physician who is schooled in six basic areas: internal medicine, obstetrics, and gynecology, surgery, psychiatry, pediatrics, and community medicine. The practitioner can treat the whole family and coordinate specialty care if necessary

a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the rectum and anus

a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders

a physician who specializes in the interpretation of x-rays and other radioactive substances used for diagnostic purposes

a physician who specializes in surgical and physical manipulation for correcting body functions: the D.O. treats the patient as a holistic entity

a specialty that includes occupational medicine. public health, and general preventive medicine

relatively new specialty in emergency room care that treats acute illness and crisis situations

a person trained in the manipulation of the vertebral column

a physician who is concerned with the teeth and associated structures

a dentist who specializes in conditions of the tooth pulp and root and periapical tissues

a dentist who specializes in surgery of the mouth

a dentist who specializes in the treatment of irregularities of the teeth, malocclusion, and associated facial problems

a dentist who treats children's teeth

a dentist who treats diseases of the gums

a dentist who constructs artificial appliances designed to restore and maintain oral function

a dental specialist (not an M.D.) whose primary concern is maintenance of dental health and prevention of oral disease

a person who assists the dentist at chairside

a person specially trained to prepare prosthetics, such as dentures, crowns, bridges, and partials

a specialist schooled in the use of proper diet for the promotion of health, prevention of disease, and therapy for the treatment of disease

a person with an associate of science degree trained to work under the guidance of a dietitian. Can plan menus and/or nutritional care for patients

a specialist who deals with the study and care of the foot

a person trained to assist physicians in examining and treating patients, routine laboratory testing, and assigned clerical duties

a professional person skilled in providing large volumes of current information to professional staff and personnel in medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacy, and other allied health professions

a person skilled in managing an information system that meets medical, ethical, and legal requirements, compiling statistics and directing and controlling medical record staff

a person who organizes, handles, and evaluates patient medical records

a person skilled in performing tests in a laboratory to identify and track disease

a specialist licensed to work directly with patients, administering treatments as ordered by the physician

a professional nurse with additional training who specializes in the care of women throughout pregnancy, delivery, and the postpartum period

a registered nurse who has completed required additional training and certification. A nurse practitioner, with physician referral, is able to offer patients personal attention and follow-up care

a registered nurse concerned with the prevention of illness and care of the sick in the community setting rather than a health care facility

a person who has completed a 1-year program in a state-recognized school and has taken and passed state licensing test; works under the supervision of an R.N.

a person trained to help the R.N. and L.P.N. in a clinical situation

a professional person trained in some medical procedures (not a physician) who performs limited duties under physician guidance

a professional person schooled in the rehabilitation of motor skills who coordinates patient activities

a professional person trained to examine the eyes and prescribe corrective lenses when there are irregularities in vision

one who is licensed to prepare, sell, or dispense drugs, compounds, and prescriptions

a professional person skilled in the techniques of physical therapy and qualified to administer treatment prescribed by a physician or referred by a physician

a person with advanced degrees who specializes in the treatment of disturbed mental processes and abnormal behavior. Does not prescribe drugs.

one who specializes in the use of x-rays and radioactive isotopes in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and who works under the supervision of a radiologist

one who holds at least an associate degree in respiratory therapy and who assists patients to improve impaired respiratory functions under a physician's direction

a professional person skilled in maintaining contact between patients with mental illness, their psychiatrist, families, and return to community life

a doctor trained and authorized to practice veterinary medicine and perform surgery on animals. May also do research