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orthopedics, orthopedic surgery |
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otorhinolaryngology, pulmonology, thoracic surgery |
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gastroenterology, proctology |
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branch of medicine involving diagnosis and treatment of conditions and diseases of integumentary system
dermatologist |
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surgical speciality involving repair, reconstruction or improvement of body structures such as the skin that are damaged, missing or misshapen
plastic surgeon |
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branch of medicine specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the musculoskeletal system; also called orthopedic surgery.
orthopedist, orthopedic surgeon
name derived from straightening (orth/0)
deformities in children (ped/0) |
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healthcare profession concerned with diagnosis and treatment of malalignment condition of the spine and musculoskeletal system with the intention of affecting the nervous system and improving health
chiropractor |
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healthcare profession specializing in diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the feet and lower legs
podiatrist |
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specializing in making orthopedic appliances such as braces and splints
orthotist |
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specializing in making artificial body parts
prosthetist |
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