Specialty Glossary
🧾 What Is a Medical Specialty?
A medical specialty is a specific area of healthcare. Doctors and providers focus on these areas to give you the best care possible. Here's a simple guide to help you understand what each specialty means.
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💡 Common Specialties
💓 Cardiology
Treats heart and blood vessel problems.
🧠 Neurology
Helps with brain, nerve, and memory issues like seizures or stroke.
🫁 Pulmonology
Cares for your lungs and breathing problems.
💉 Endocrinology
Treats hormone issues like diabetes and thyroid problems.
🦴 Orthopedics
Helps with bones, joints, and injuries like sprains or arthritis.
🧬 Oncology
Cares for people with cancer and guides treatment.
💊 Hematology
Treats blood conditions like anemia or blood clots.
🧠 Psychiatry
Supports mental health like depression, anxiety, or stress.
🧴 Dermatology
Cares for your skin, hair, and nails.
🧫 Infectious Disease
Treats serious infections like COVID-19, HIV, or long-term fevers.
👁️ Ophthalmology
Eye doctor treats eye diseases and performs surgeries.
👃 ENT (Otolaryngology)
Ears, Nose, and Throat care help with allergies, hearing, and sinus issues.
🧻 Gastroenterology
Treats stomach and digestion problems like heartburn or constipation.
🩺 Nephrology
Cares for your kidneys and related issues.
🦶 Podiatry
Foot and ankle doctor helps with pain, injuries, and nail problems.
🔧 General Surgery
Performs surgery on different parts of the body.
👵 Geriatrics
Special care for older adults.
🧍♀️ Physical Medicine & Rehab
Helps you recover movement and strength after an injury or illness.
🧬 Rheumatology
Treats autoimmune and joint pain conditions like arthritis and lupus.
🔎 Radiology
Takes and reads medical images like X-rays and MRIs.
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