Medical Specialists and Terminology

These flashcards cover essential medical specialists and their associated specialties, along with various medical terms and treatments.

nephrologist

Specialist in the treatment of kidney diseases.

cardiologist

Specialist in the treatment of heart diseases.

allergist

Specialist in the treatment of hypersensitivity reactions.

neurosurgeon

Specialist in surgery on the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

colorectal surgeon

Specialist in surgery on the large intestine (colon and rectum).

dermatologist

Specialist in the treatment of skin disorders.

hematologist

Specialist in the treatment of blood disorders.

neurologist

Specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of nerve disorders.

endocrinologist

Specialist in the treatment of endocrine gland disorders.

gynecologist

Specialist in surgery on the female reproductive tract.

geriatrician

Specialist in the treatment of diseases of old age.

cardiovascular surgeon

Specialist in surgery on the heart and blood vessels.

infectious disease specialist

Specialist in the treatment of diseases caused by microorganisms.

gastroenterologist

Specialist in the treatment of stomach and intestinal disorders.

anesthesiologist

Specialist in administering agents for loss of sensation.

obstetrician

Specialist in treatment of pregnant women and delivery of babies.

oncologist

Specialist in drug treatment of malignant tumors.

ophthalmologist

Specialist in surgical and medical treatment of eye disorders.

orthopedist

Specialist in surgical treatment of bones, muscles, and joints.

otolaryngologist

Specialist in treatment of ear, nose, and throat disorders.

psychiatrist

Specialist in the treatment of mental disorders.

pulmonary specialist

Specialist in the treatment of lung disorders.

pathologist

Specialist in the diagnosis of disease by cell and tissue analysis.

radiologist

Specialist in examination of radiographs to determine diagnosis.

pediatrician

Specialist in the treatment of diseases of children.

hematemesis

Vomiting blood.

dysuria

Painful urination.

hematuria

Abnormal condition of blood in urine.

chronic

Lasting over a long period of time.

acute myocardial ischemia

Deficiency of blood flow to heart muscles.

myocardial infarction

Area of dead tissue within heart muscle; heart attack.

diuretic

A drug that causes the kidneys to allow more fluid to leave the body.

antiarrhythmic

A drug that works against or prevents abnormal heartbeats.

anticoagulant

Drug that prevents clotting.

gastrectomy

Excision of the stomach.

fibroids

Benign growths of muscle tissue in the uterus.

menorrhagia

Excessive bleeding from the uterus during menstruation.

ulcer

A sore or defect in the surface of an organ.

radiotherapy

Treatment of disease (cancer) with high-energy particles.

insulin pump

Portable device that delivers insulin through the abdominal wall.

polydipsia

Excessive thirst.

polyuria

Excessive urination.