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09/24/2010

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Cardiologist
Definition
Heart specialist
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Chiropractor
Definition
Treats diseases by manipulating and adjusting the body
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Dermatologist
Definition
Skin specialist
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Internist
Definition
Treats diseases of the internal organs through nonsurgical means
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Laryngologist
Definition
Larynx and throat specialist
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Neurologist
Definition
Specialist in diseases of the nerves
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Occupational therapist
Definition
Takes patient's life activities into consideration when treating diseases
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Oncologist
Definition
Cancer specialist
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Opthalmologist
Definition
Eye specialist
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Orthopedist
Definition
Specialist in bones and joints
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Osteopath
Definition
Treats dieases by manipulating the body as well as using ordinary medicine
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Otolaryngologist
Definition
Ear, nose, and throat specialist
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Otologist
Definition
Ear specialist
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Pathologist
Definition
Specialist in the nature and cause of diseases
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Physical therapist
Definition
Uses physical agents to treat diseases
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Radiologist
Definition
Interprets x-rays and may use x-rays in treatment
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