Listing By Name
Listing By Specialty
Specialty
Descriptions
Anesthesiologists
Anesthesiologists administer drugs that render the patient insensitive
to pain during surgery and other painful procedures. They also
contribute to monitoring patients' life functions and in managing
problems in cardiac and respiratory resuscitation. In addition,
they are actively involved in diagnosis and treatment of acute
and chronic pain.
Cardiologists
These physicians specialize in diagnosing and treating heart
problems and diseases of the heart including vascular disease,
hypertension, congestive heart failure and other blood vessel
diseases. Cardiologists also provide evaluations of chest pain
with treadmills, stress tests, echocardiography, thallium stress
tests, holter monitoring as well as blood pressure monitoring.
Cardiovascular
and Thoracic Surgeon
This physician specializes in surgical treatment of diseases
relative to, or involving, the heart and
blood vessels.
Dermatologists
Dermatologists specialize in diagnosis and treatment of hair
and nail disorders, disease#s of the skin, skin cancer surgery
and allergic diseases.
Ear, Nose &
Throat (Otolaryngologists)
These physicians are specially trained in medicine and surgery
of the ears, nose and throat. This practice also includes treatment
of hearing problems, nasal allergies, sinus problems, head and
neck surgery and facial plastic surgery.
Emergency
Medicine
This physician is specially trained to treat patients with conditions
requiring immediate medical care such as sudden illness or trauma.
Endocrinologist/Metabolism
This physician is specially trained in the management of diabetes,
thyroid problems and cholesterol abnormalities. Additionally,
he treats metabolic and hormonal disorders such as osteoporosis,
unusual causes of hypertension, growth development problems,
pituitary, adrenal and gonadal disorders.
Family Practice
Family Practice physicians diagnose primary illnesses or diseases
and treat patients with nonsurgical as well as surgical methods.
They deal in preventive medicine #by providing physicals and
check-ups for the maintenance of good health. Some of these physicians
also perform obstetrical and gynecological services and care
for newborns as well as older children and adults.
Gastroenterologists
Gastroenterologists are medical specialists who are broadly trained
in internal medicine and who have taken special training in the
diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive system.
General Surgeons
These physicians use surgical methods to diagnose and treat illnesses,
injuries and diseases. Surgeons also perform endoscopy, i.e.,
colonoscopy, gastroscopy and remove colonic polyps.
Internal Medicine
These physicians treat adults with chronic illnesses including
diabetes, high blood pressure, emphysema and other pulmonary
diseases. They also treat gastrointestinal tract diseases, liver
disease, disease associated with stroke and some neurological
diseases. They may perform a variety of procedures such as gastroscopy,
proctoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and pulmonary function studies.
They are available for consulting in any of the above areas.
Medical Oncologist
This physician provides and coordinates cancer treat-ment, including
chemotherapy, other medical therapy or arrangement for surgery
or radiation treatment.
Nephrologists
Nephrologists specialize in diagnosis and treatment of medical
disorders related to the kidneys, including the provision of
dialysis. In addition, they diagnose and manage the treatment
of hypertension.
Neurologist
This physician is skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases
of the nervous system.
Neurosurgeons
These physicians deal with problems associated with the brain
and cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine through surgical methods.
In addition, they treat disorders of the nerves and diseases
of the spine.
Obstetricians/Gynecologists
These physicians care for and treat women during pregnancy, in
childbirth and after a baby is born. They also treat diseases
of the genital tract in women, #provide preventive cancer tests
such as pap smears and breast exams, and diagnose and treat various
infertility problems.
Ophthalmologists
Ophthalmologists specialize in diagnosis as well as medical/surgical
treatment of diseases of the eyes and related areas to include
refractive defects of the eyes.
Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgeon
This physician treats diseases, injuries, defects and anomalies
of the mouth, jaw and face by operative means to improve both
the functional and aesthetic aspects of these areas.
Orthopedic
Surgeons
These physicians specialize in treatment of musculoskeletal problems
which include injuries
and diseases of the spine, bones and joints as well
as the extremities, tendons, muscles and nerves. They are concerned
with preserving and restoring
the proper functioning of these areas of the body.
Pain Management
This physician specializes in the treatment of pain as
a result of cancer, shingles, headaches, nerve injury, poor circulation,
arthritis, disc disease and surgery. He also treats neck, back,
arm, leg, facial and rib pain.
Pathologists
Pathologists provide results of diagnostic examinations of tissue
removed at surgery enabling the attending physician to properly
treat patients. Tests are performed on various body fluids by
the pathologist and the data are reported to the patient's physician
to assist in proper treatment of the patient.
Pediatricians
These specialists are associated with the develop-ment, care
and treatment of childhood diseases from newborn to adolescence.
They also deal with the pre-vention of childhood disease through
administration of planned immunizations and well-baby/child check-ups.
Physiatrist
(Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist)
This specialist helps patients restore their highest level of
function. Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation are provided
for head and spinal cord injury, joint replace-ment, stroke and
many others. Additionally, outpatient care for acute and chronic
pain, orthotic/prosthetic prescription, back/neck injuries, workplace
injuries, electrodiagnostic testing (EMG) and others will be
provided.
Plastic Surgeons
Plastic surgeons offer comprehensive care for patients sustaining
traumatic facial injuries, upper extremity and head injuries,
and complex lower extremity injuries. They also treat congenital
deformities including cleft lip and palate, craniofacial anomalies,
congenital hand deformities, burn reconstruction, cosmetic and
reconstructive breast surgery and aesthetic surgery.
Psychiatrist
This physician is specially trained in diagnosing
and treating mental illness. This practice includes treatment
of depression, anxiety, nervous disorders, behavioral problems,
substance abuse, eating disorders and psychotic disorders. A
psychiatrist also is available for consultation and assistance
for people that are being emotionally affected by chronic illness
or losses.
Pulmonologist
A pulmonologist evaluates and treats all diseases of the lungs
and respiratory system. This physician also performs pulmonary
function studies and invasive diagnostic procedures, including
bronchoscopy.
Radiation
Oncologist
This physician provides cancer treatment by means
of x-rays or radioactive substances.
Radiologists
Radiologists are physicians who use radiant energy and substances
to photograph parts of the body.
The results aid physicians in diagnosing and treating medical
conditions.
Thoracic and
Vascular Surgeon
This physician surgically treats diseases of the lungs and major
blood vessels. Some common reasons for needing his services include
diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer, blockage or dilation
of blood vessels and management of heart irregularities with
permanent pacemakers.
Urologists
These physicians concern themselves with the scientific, clinical
and surgical aspects of the urinary tract in both males and females.
In addition, they treat diseases in the genital organs of men.
Through routine visits, men and women can identify or stop at
an early stage cancer of the kidney, bladder and other urologic
organs, including the prostate in men.
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