under-construction definitions

pharmacy

a store where medication is despensed and sold

radiology/imaging

different machines such as the MRI to diagnose and treat diseases.

rehabilitation

uses different exercises to decrease the symptoms of different conditions

Renal/Nephrology

diagnoses and treats conditions of the kidneys

audiology

deals with the health of the ear; diagnoses and treats conditions related to hearing and balance

cardiology

specializes in conditions related to the heart

emergency

medical conditions that require immediate treatment

labratory

hospitals use these to help diagnose and treat different conditions

neurology

focuses on conditions of the nervous system

orthopedics

diagnoses and treats conditions of the musculoskeletal system (bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves)

pulmonary/respiratory

specializes in the lungs

anesthesia

use of medicines to prevent pain during surgery and other procedures

dentistry

: It consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, management, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the mouth

dietetics/nutrition

nutrition programs to protect health, prevent allergic reactions and alleviate the symptoms of may types of diseases

EMT

 medical technician that certified to provide basic emergency services, usually found serving on ambulances

Gastroenterology

 study of normal function and diseases of esophagus, small intestine, stomach, colon, rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver

ICU

 unit in a hospital providing intensive care for critically ill or injured patients that is staffed by specially certified medical personnel. Usually the patient requires continuous monitoring and life support

Neonatal

medical care of newborn infants, especially the ill or premature newborn

Nursing

a profession within the healthcare sector focused on the care of individuals, families, and communities so they may attain, maintain, or recover optimal health and quality of life

OBGYN

These doctors specialize in pregnancy, childbirth, and the female reproductive system

Operating room

a facility within a hospital where surgical procedures are carried out in an aseptic environment

Pediatrics

a medical doctor who manages the physical, behavioral, and mental care for children from birth until age 18