Medical Terminology Vocab (Chapter 1)

Anesthesiologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN Administration of anesthesia

Cardiologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN Disorder of the cardiac system

Dermatologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN disorders of the skin

Endocrinologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN Disorders of the endocrine system (in charge of creating and releasing hormones to maintain countless bodily functions)

Gastroenterologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN disorders of the Gastrointestinal system (responsible for ingesting food, breaking it down into nutrients, absorbing those nutrients into the bloodstream, and eliminating waste)

Geriatrician

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN diagnosis and treatment of ageing and older adults

gynecologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN disorders of the female reproductive system and breasts

Hematologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN disorder of the blood

Internist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN internal organs of the body

Neonatologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN studying and treating disorders of newborns

Nephrologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN disorders of the kidneys

neurologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN Deals with disorders of the nervous system

neuropsychiatrist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN Working with the relationship between brain function and psychiatry

neurosurgeon

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN operating on the nervous system

Obstetrician

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN care of women, childbirth, and postpartum care

Oncologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN Studying and treating cancer

Ophthalmologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN disorders of the eye

Orthopedist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN Musculoskeletal conditions

Osteologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN Treatment of bone diseases

otolaryngologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN disorders of the ear and larynx

otorhinolaryngologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN disorders of the ear, nose, and throat; Also known as ENT

Pathologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN Microscopic examination of tissue

pediatrician

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN well-being of children and treatment of childhood conditions

protoctologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN diseases of the rectum and anus

Psychiatris

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN diagonis and treatment of mental

Pulmonologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN diagnosis, prevention and treatment of the chest, respiratory system, and lungs

Radiologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN translating images from a variety of mediums( magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography scans, x-rays, positron emisson tomography scans)

Urologist

PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN Disorders of the urinary system

athletic trainer (AT)

Specializes in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses (Masters Degree)

Audiologist

Specializes in hearing disorders (Doctorate Degree)

Chiropractor (DC)

Trained in the manipulation of the spine and joints

Clinical Laboratory assistant/technician

Collects body fluid, tissues for analyzing (Bachelor’s degree)

Dental assistant

Assists dentist with record keeping, patient aid, x-rays (Associate’s degree

dental hygienist

Provides routine care of the teeth and gums (Associate’s - Master’s degree)

Dentist (DDS, DMD)

Provides routine care of the teeth and gums

Emergency medical technician (EMT)/Paramedic

Responds to emergency calls, treats emergent conditions, and transports to medical facilities

Genetic Counselor

Provides maternal or family assistance regarding risk of genetic conditions

Health information manager

Organizes and oversees patient health information and data

Health Information Specialist

Collects, appraises, and tracks patient information, treat (Master degree)

Home health care/ Personal care aide

Monitors and provides daily living assistance for people living at home with chronic/disabling conditions (High school diploma)

Massage Therapist

Applies touch to manipulate soft tissues and muscles

Medical assistant

Completes clinical and administrative tasks in physician offices, clinics, hospitals and health care facilities (Postsecondary certificate)

Medical transcriptionist

Transcribes verbal recordings into written medical record (Postsecondary certificate)

Nuclear medicine technologist

Prepares patients and administer radioactive medications imaging or treatment (Associate’s degree/certificate)

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Prepares patients and administer radioactive medications for imaging or treatment (Associate’s degree)

Nurse-bachelor of nursing (BSN)

Works under the direction of physician

Nurse-certified/licensed nursing assistant (CNA/LNA)

Provides nonmedical patient care (activities of daily living) for those in hospitals, nursing homes, home care, or hospice. They work under the supervision of a RN or LPN (On-Job Training or several month program)

Nurse-Licensed practical nurse (LPN)/licensed vocational nurse (LVN)

Provides basic nursing care to patients (Postsecondary certificate)

Nurse-master of science in nursing

Works under direction of a physician (Masters Degree)

Nurse-master of science in nursing (MSN)

Works under the direction of a physician (Master’s degree)

Nurse-registered nurse (RN)

Coordinates patient care and education (Bachelor’s Degree)

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Specializes in rehabilitation of fine motor skills and activities of daily living through everyday activities

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/aide)

Aids patients in regaining and maintaining activities of daily living (Masters Degree)

Optician

Assists with fitting eyeglasses and filling prescriptions for corrective lenses (High School Diploma)

Optometrist (OD)

Diagnoses and treats visual problems, manages ocular diseases and injuries (Doctorate degree)

Orthotist/prosthetist

Measures, fits, designs and fabricates medical supportive devices for patients (Masters Degree)

Pharmacist (RPh PharmD)

Licensed to fill, sell, and dispense medication and compounds prescribed by physicians (Doctorate degree )

Pharmacy technician

Assists pharmacist in dispensing prescription medications (High school diploma)

Phlebotomist

Draws blood for testing, transfusions, or research (Postsecondary certificate)

Physical Therapist (PT)

Specializes in rehabilitation of neurological and orthopedic conditions (Doctorate)

Physical therapist assistant/aide (PTA)

Assists physical therapist in helping patients regain movement and activity following injury/surgery (Associate’s degree)

Physician assistant (PA)

Health care provider with prescription authority and who has subspecialties (Master’s degree)

Podiatrist (DPM)

Treats disorders of the lower leg ankle and foot (Doctorate degree)

Psychiatric Technician/aide

Assists and cares for patients with mental illnesses and developmental delays (Associate’s Degree)

Psychologist

Treats various aspects of human behavior (Doctorate Degree)

Radiology technologist

Performs diagnostic imaging on patients (Associate’s degree)

Recreational Therapist (CTRS)

Plans, directs, and coordinates recreational programs for people with disabilities or illnesses (Bachelor’s Degree)

Registered dietitian (RD)

Assesses nutritional needs of patients (Bachelor’s degree and residency)

Respiratory therapist (ARRT)

works under a physician’s orders to improve respiratory function

sonographer

Using ultrasound, prepares patients, views, and captures images within the body (Associate’s Degree)

Speech-language Pathologist

Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats communication and swallowing disorders (Master’s Degree)

Surgical technologist

Assists surgeons during patient operations (Postsecondary Certificate)