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Fields of Medicine: Other Specialties

  1. Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine (D.C.)
    treatment centered on manipulation of the spine to maintain function and balance in the body

    • - chiro: hand
    • - prattein: to do
  2. Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.)
    treatment of dental disorders requiring surgery

    • - oro: mouth
    • - denti: teeth
  3. Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.)
    diagnosis and treatment (including surgery) of disorders of the foot
  4. Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)
    diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of the eye, including vision care and services
  5. Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D or Ph.D)
    counsel of patients with mental or emotional disorders
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Fields of Medicine: Other Specialties
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Chapter 3: Fields of Medicine Other Specialties
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