Careers For People Who Know About Medicine and Dentistry

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What these careers require you to know

Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
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Anesthesiologists

administer anesthetics prior to, during, or after surgery or other medical procedures.
271440

Surgeons

treat diseases, injuries, and deformities by invasive, minimally-invasive, or non-invasive surgical methods, such as using instruments, appliances, or by manual manipulation.
251650

OBGYNs

provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth and those who diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general medical care to women.
239120

Orthodontists

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.
237990

Oral Surgeons

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.
234990

Radiologists

examine and diagnose disorders and diseases using x-rays and radioactive materials. May treat patients.
218850

Allergists and Immunologists

diagnose, treat, and help prevent allergic diseases and disease processes affecting the immune system.
218850

Physical Medicine and Rehab Physicians

diagnose and treat disorders requiring physiotherapy to provide physical, mental, and occupational rehabilitation.
218850

Pathologists

diagnose presence and stage of diseases using laboratory techniques and patient specimens. Study the nature, cause, and development of diseases. May perform autopsies.
218850

Dermatologists

diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases or other conditions of the skin.
218850

Acupuncturists

provide treatment of symptoms and disorders using needles and small electrical currents. May provide massage treatment. May also provide preventive treatments.
218850

Urologists

diagnose, treat, and help prevent benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the renal glands.
218850

Ophthalmologists

diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries of the eyes and related structures.
218850

Neurologists

diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and disorders of the nervous system.
218850

Preventive Medicine Physicians

apply knowledge of general preventive medicine and public health issues to promote health care to groups or individuals, and aid in the prevention or reduction of risk of disease, injury, disability, or death. May practice population-based medicine or diagnose and treat patients in the context of clinical health promotion and disease prevention.
218850

Nuclear Medicine Physicians

diagnose and treat diseases using radioactive materials and techniques. May monitor radionuclide preparation, administration, and disposition.
218850

Orthoptists

diagnose and treat visual system disorders such as binocular vision and eye movement impairments.
218850

Sports Medicine Physicians

diagnose, treat, and help prevent injuries that occur during sporting events, athletic training, and physical activities.
218850

Hospitalists

provide inpatient care predominantly in settings such as medical wards, acute care units, intensive care units, rehabilitation centers, or emergency rooms. Manage and coordinate patient care throughout treatment.
218850

Naturopathic Physicians

diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases using a system of practice that is based on the natural healing capacity of individuals. May use physiological, psychological or mechanical methods. May also use natural medicines, prescription or legend drugs, foods, herbs, or other natural remedies.
218850
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