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medical doctors (MDs)
most widely recognized type of doctor. they diagnose illnesses, provide treatments, perform procedures such as surgical interventions, and write prescriptions
Osteopathic providers (DOs)
complete requirements t...
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medical doctors (MDs)
most widely recognized type of doctor. they diagnose illnesses, provide treatments,
perform procedures such as surgical interventions, and write prescriptions
Osteopathic providers (DOs)
complete requirements that are similar to those of MDs to graduate and practice
medicine. In addition to using modern medicine and surgical procedures, DOs use
osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT) in treating their patients.
Nurse practitioners
provide basic patient care services, including diagnosing and prescribing medications
for common illnesses. require advanced academic training beyond the registered nurse
(RN) degree and have an extensive amount of clinical experience. generally focus on
preventive care and disease prevention
Physician assistants
practice medicine under the direction and supervision of a licensed MD or DO.
additionally, they are able to make clinical decisions
Medical laboratory technicians
perform diagnostic testing on blood, bodily fluids, and other specimens under the
supervision of a medical technologist
medical receptionist
check patients in and out, answer phones, and perform filing, faxing, and other tasks
occupational therapist
assist patients who have developed conditions that disable them developmentally,
emotionally, mentally and physically.
pharmacy technicians
assist pharmacists with duties that do not require the expertise or judgement of a
licensed pharmacist
physical therapist
assist patients in regaining their mobility and improving their strength and range of
motion
radiology technicians
use various types of imaging equipment to assist the provider in diagnosing and treating
certain diseases
Certified health coach or patient navigator
directs patients through the health care system by organizing patient care, connect
patients to additional resources, and help patients understanding the health care
system. many have a chronic disease focus area, such as cancer, heart disease, or
diabetes
Health care delivery (aka health care systems)
the organization of individuals, establishments, and resources to deliver health care
services and meet the health needs of specific populations.
,Accountable care organizations (ACOs)
these groups of physicians, hospitals, and other health care providers come together
voluntarily to provide coordinated high-quality care to their Medicare patients. When it
succeeds in delivering high-quality care and spending health care dollars wisely, it will
share in the savings it achieves for the Medicare program
Patient-centered medical home (PCMH)
in this care delivery model, a primary care provider (PCP) coordinates treatment to
make sure patients receive the required care when and where they need it, and in a
way they can understand
General provider
assess a wide range of symptoms, diagnoses, and conditions while using a variety of
resources to build a treatment plan.
Specialist provider
assess a more specific set of symptoms, diagnoses, and conditions.
general practitioners (GPs)
medical doctors who treat acute and chronic illnesses and provide preventive care and
health education to patients. they may take a holistic approach of general practice that
takes into consideration the biological, psychological, and social aspects relevant to the
care of each patient's illness
family practitioners
offer care to the whole family, from newborns to older adults. They are familiar with a
range of disorders and diseases. However, preventive care is the primary concern. this
is one of the specialties most often chosen by physicians.
internists
provide comprehensive care of adults, often diagnosing and treating chronic, long-term
conditions. They also offer treatment for common illnesses and preventive care. They
must have a broad understanding of the body and its ailments to be able to diagnose
conditions and provide treatment.
allergist
evaluate disorders and diseases of the immune system. this includes adverse reactions
to medications and food, anaphylaxis, problems related to autoimmune disease, and
asthma
anesthesiologists
manage pain or use sedation during surgical procedures
cardiologists
specialize in diagnosing and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood
vessels
dermatologists
specialize in conditions of the skin
endocrinologists
specialize in hormonal and glandular conditions. they often work with patients who have
diabetes mellitus
gastroenterologists
specialize in managing diseases of the gastrointestinal tract: the stomach, intestines,
esophagus, liver, pancreas, colon, and rectum
gynecologists
, specialize in the female reproductive system and fertility disorders
hematologists
deal with blood and blood-producing organs. they often work with patients who have
anemia, leukemia, and lymphoma
hepatologists
specialize in the study of body parts such as the liver, biliary tree, gallbladder, and
pancreas
neonatologists
specialize in the care of newborns
nephrologists
specialize in kidney care and treating diseases of the kidneys.
obstetricians
specialize in the care of woman during and after
oncologists
specialize in the treatment and care of patients who have cancer
opthalmologists
specialize in eye conditions
neurologists
specialize in the nervous system
pathologists
specialize in body tissues, blood, urine, and other body fluids to diagnose or treat
medical conditions
pediatricians
specialize in newborn, infant, child, and adolescent health care
psychiatrists
specialize in mental disorders and conditions
radiologists
specialize in the use of xrays, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, computed tomography, and
magnetic resonance imaging to detect abnormalities throughout the body
urologists
specialize in disorders of the urinary tract
urgent care
provide an alternative to the emergency department, they cost less, have a shorter wait
time, and are often conveniently located. most have flexible hours and offer walk in
appointments
laboratory services
perform diagnostic testing on blood, body fluids, and other types of specimens to
conclude a diagnosis for the provider.
diagnostic imaging
machines such as x-ray equioment, ultrasound machines, magnetic resonance imaging
(MRI), and computerized tomography (CT) take images of body parts to further
diagnose a condition
occupational therapy
assists patients who have conditions that disable them developmentally , emotionally, or
physically. this helps the patient compensate for loss of functions and rebuild to a
functional level
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