medical specialities

anesthesiology

manages pain and provides loss of sensation during surgical procedures

cardiologist

branch that deals with heart and blood vessels

nephrologist

diagnose and treats kidney diseases

neurologist

branch that deals with nerves, spinal cord, and brain

gerontrology

broader scientific study of the aging process

otolaryngology

treats disorders of the ear, nose, and throat (ent) and related structures of the head and neck

pharmacology

medical specialty and research science that focuses on how chemical compares and medications interact with living biological systems

pulmonology

treats lungs and breathing disorders

toxicology

focuses on the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and monitoring of injuries and illnesses caused by exposure to drugs, chemicals, and biological or radiological agents

neonatology

specialized pediatrician who diagnoses critically ill or premature newborns

dermatology

diagnoses and treats conditions of the skin, hair, and nails

gastroenterology

treats the stomach, intestines, and digestive tract

ophthalmology

treats diseases, injuries, and conditions of the eye

oncology

diagnoses and treats cancer

pediatrics

focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of infants, children, and adolescents

geriatrics

diagnoses, treats, and prevents health conditions in older adults

hematology

treats blood disorders, anemia, and leukemia

endocrinology

treats hormone imbalances, diabetes, and thyroid issues

gynecology

focuses on women’s reproductive health, pregnancy, and childbirth

urology

treats conditions of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system

radiology

uses medical imaging (X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans) to diagnose and treat diseases

orthopedics

treats bones, joints, ligaments, and muscles

pathology

examines body tissues and fluids to diagnose disease