Career Overview Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions. Also Known As MD (Medical Doctor) OBGYN (Obstetrician and Gynecologist) OBGYN Physician (Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician) …
Career Overview Diagnose and provide nonsurgical treatment for a wide range of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. Provide care mainly for adults and adolescents, and are based primarily in an outpatient care setting. Also Known As Internal Medicine Physician (IM Physician) Internist Medical Doctor (MD) Physician Alternate Job Titles DO Physician (Doctor of …
Career Overview Make immediate medical decisions and act to prevent death or further disability. Provide immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization, and disposition of patients. May direct emergency medical staff in an emergency department. Also Known As Attending Emergency Physician Emergency Medicine Physician (EM Physician) Emergency Physician Physician Alternate Job Titles Attending Emergency Physician Attending Physician …
Career Overview Administer anesthetics and analgesics for pain management prior to, during, or after surgery. Also Known As Medical Doctor (MD) Obstetrical Anesthesiologist Staff Anesthesiologist Staff Anesthetist Alternate Job Titles Ambulatory Anesthesiologist Anaesthesiologist Anesthesiologist Anesthesiology Pain Management Physician Anesthesiology Physician Anesthetist Cardiac Anesthesiologist DO Physician (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Physician) General Anesthesiologist Medical Doctor (MD) …
Career Overview Diagnose, treat, rehabilitate, design, and fit prostheses that maintain oral function, health, and appearance for patients with clinical conditions associated with teeth, oral and maxillofacial tissues, or the jaw. Also Known As DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) Denturist Maxillofacial Prosthodontist Prosthodontist Alternate Job Titles DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) Dental Science Dr (Dental …
Career Overview Examine, diagnose, and treat dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies. Design and fabricate appliances to realign teeth and jaws to produce and maintain normal function and to improve appearance. Also Known As Orthodontic Dentist Orthodontic Specialist Orthodontics Doctor Orthodontist Alternate Job Titles Board Certified Orthodontist Dental Treatment Coordinator Dentofacial Orthopedics Dentist Doctor Invisible …
Career Overview Perform surgery and related procedures on the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial regions to treat diseases, injuries, or defects. May diagnose problems of the oral and maxillofacial regions. May perform surgery to improve function or appearance. Also Known As Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMS) …
Career Overview Assess and diagnose patients with neurobehavioral problems related to acquired or developmental disorders of the nervous system, such as neurodegenerative disorders, traumatic brain injury, seizure disorders, and learning disabilities. Recommend treatment after diagnosis, such as therapy, medication, or surgery. Assist with evaluation before and after neurosurgical procedures, such as deep brain stimulation. Also …
Career Overview Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to evaluate and diagnose disorders of higher cerebral functioning, often in research and medical settings. Study the human brain and the effect of physiological states on human cognition and behavior. May formulate and administer programs of treatment. Also Known As Board Certified Neuropsychologist Neuropsychologist Pediatric Neuropsychologist Staff …
Career Overview Assess, diagnose, and treat mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests. Help individuals with distress or maladjustment understand their problems through their knowledge of case history, interviews with patients, and theory. Provide individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and …