[字彙] 不同醫生職業的叫法
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自己對很多細致的分類也很頭痛,估計類比的題目可能有用,畢竟醫科在米國很重視
Addiction Medicine: The branch of medicine that concentrates on helping people
overcome repetitive behaviors that can range from drug and alcohol dependency
to tobacco use and eating disorders. 成癮類治療學
Adolescent Medicine: The specialty of physicians with the experience and
training to help young people meet the medical, psychological and social
challenges that occur during the transition from childhood to adulthood.
青少年健康咨詢師
AIDS/HIV Care: A multidisciplinary effort that’s often led by primary-care
physicians working in cooperation with case managers, registered nurses,
nutritionists, physical and occupational therapists, and others. The goal
Improve the health and comfort of AIDS/ HIV patients by addressing their
physical and emotional needs.艾滋病關護
Anesthesiology: The science of applying anesthetics and managing pain during
medical procedures. Anesthesiologists are physicians who are primarily concerned
with administering the various drugs that keep patients from feeling pain
during surgery and other procedures and childbirth. 止痛學
Asthma, Allergy & Immunology: The study and treatment of the body's reaction
to foreign substances. The ailments treated by immunologists include hay
fever, asthma, hives and other abnormal responses to allergens that range
from dust and food to animals and chemicals.過敏治療學
Breast-Cancer Surgery: Surgeons specializing in cancer of the breast are
skilled in a number of surgical options, ranging from mastectomies to sentinel
-node biopsies. They also work with a multidisciplinary team that may include
oncologists, radiologists, pharmacists and others to determine the best
strategy for follow-up treatment and care. 乳腺癌手術
Cardiac Surgery: Highly trained and certified cardiac surgeons correct and
repair multiple heart conditions, including coronary artery disease and
congenital heart disease. Many cardiac surgeons specialize in minimally invasive
surgeries that are performed through a small incision and require less recovery
time and improve patient safety and comfort.心臟病手術
Cardiology: The study of the heart. Cardiologists often specialize in a particular
area, but collectively they diagnose and treat patients suffering from diseases
of the heart, lungs and blood vessels; perform heart surgeries; and educate
patients on preventing heart problems and living a heart-healthy lifestyle
.心臟病學
Colorectal Surgery: The treatment of diseases of the intestinal tract, anus
and rectum through surgery. Colorectal surgeons not only operate to remove
malignancies, they strongly encourage the testing that can lead to early
detection. If caught early, colorectal cancer can be cured. Colorectal surgeons
also deal with hemorrhoids, polyps and other ailments.結直腸手術
Critical Care: Emergency departments and special-care units offer the services
of highly trained physicians and nurses to provide minute-to-minute care
to critically ill patients and patients whose lives are in danger.重症護理
Dermatology: The medical field devoted to the study and treatment of disorders
and diseases of the skin. Dermatologists help patients deal with a range
of concerns, from warts to acne to skin cancers.皮膚病學
Diabetes: Specialists in this field of medicine provide education in diabetes
management, along with other tools to help patients take control of their
diabetes and prevent it from interfering with active, healthy lives.糖尿病醫師
Emergency Medicine: Emergency medicine specialists provide urgently needed
treatment for injured and ill patients to prevent a worsening of the condition
, disability or death. This treatment and care usually takes place in a hospital
emergency room.搶救醫師
Endocrinology: This branch of medicine focuses on the body’s “ductless”
glands and how they function. Endocrinologists are concerned with the thyroid
, pituitary and adrenal glands, among others, as well as nutritional disorders
, sexual disorders, and problems such as diabetes and hypertension.內分泌病學
Epilepsy: Neurologists specializing in this field of care help patients living
with epilepsy and other seizure disorders live full and active lives. Treatment
can involve surgery or medications, or can be a combination of both.癲癇科醫師
Family Practice: Family practice physicians provide comprehensive medical
care with an emphasis on caring for all members of the family. Family practice
builds upon a core of knowledge derived from other disciplines, primarily
pediatrics, internal medicine, OB/GYN, geriatrics, surgery and psychiatry
. The family practitioner plays the role of personal physician.家庭醫師
Gastroenterology: The study and treatment of conditions of the digestive
system. A gastroenterologist diagnoses and treats disorders of the stomach
, intestines, bowels and other structures, such as the liver, gall bladder
, pancreas and esophagus. Gastroenterologists focus on maladies that include
ulcers, jaundice, hepatitis and cancer.胃腸病學
General Surgery: The study and practice of all types of surgical operations
. General surgeons perform a number of procedures aimed at treating a range
of diseases and conditions, including cancer, appendicitis, tonsillitis
and hernia.常見病學
Geriatrics: The study of aging and the treatment of problems in the elderly
. Geriatric-care specialists consider a range of illnesses and conditions
as they specifically affect the aged. These physicians frequently address
the psychological and social aspects of aging, in addition to the physical
aspects.老年病學
Gynecologic Oncology: The study, diagnosis and treatment of tumors and cancers
in the female reproductive system, including breast care.婦科腫瘤學
Gynecology: The study and care of the female reproductive system, including
breast care. Gynecologists provide routine care for women and treat a full
spectrum of illnesses that particularly affect women.婦產科
Hand Surgery: Surgeons in this specialty are trained to diagnose and repair
damaged and injured hands. The conditions they treat range from carpal tunnel
syndrome to sport-related injuries and the reattachment of severed fingers
.手外傷治療師
Head and Neck Surgery: Surgeons who are trained in head and neck surgery
generally have subspecialties in areas that include otology (diseases of
the ear), rhinology (diseases of the nose) and/or laryngology (diseases of
the throat and larynx).頭頸手術師
Headache: Neurologists who specialize in treating victims of chronic headaches
and migraines and offer their patients multiple treatment options, including
the latest medications, physical therapy, biofeedback and psychological
counseling.間歇性頭痛治療師
Hematology: The medical specialty concerned with blood and the blood system
. A hematologist treats blood diseases such as cancer, lymphoma, serious
anemia and sickle cell disease.血液病學
Infectious Diseases: Diseases, often communicable, that are caused by the
growth of various microorganisms, including bacteria and viruses. A specialist
in infectious diseases diagnoses and treats patients affected by illnesses
ranging from pneumonia to salmonella to AIDS.傳染病
Infertility Medicine: A field of treatment and research aimed at helping
individuals and couples who want children but are having fertility problems
or are otherwise having trouble conceiving. Procedures might include artificial
insemination or in vitro fertilization, where an egg is removed from a woman
’s ovary, fertilized in a lab and then placed in the woman’s uterus.不孕症病學
Internal Medicine: A broad-based medical field in which physicians rely on
their knowledge of major organs to diagnose and treat patients. Internists
treat a variety of afflictions, from colds and heart problems to infectious
diseases. Internists often serve as a patient's primary doctor, coordinating
all that person's health care.內科
Midwife (CNM): A certified nurse midwife (CNM) is a registered nurse who
has completed an advanced course of study and is certified by the American
College of Nurse-Midwives. A midwife is trained to care for women during
pregnancy, labor and the postnatal period; conduct normal deliveries; and
to care for newborn babies under normal circumstances.新生兒孕婦看護
Movement Disorders: Neurologists specializing in movement disorders are trained
to diagnose and treat conditions of the nerves and muscles that may prevent
such simple functions as walking across a room with ease or drinking a glass
of water without spilling. These disorders include tremors, Parkinson’s
disease, Huntington’s chorea and Tourrette’s syndrome.運動障礙
Neonatology: A field of medicine devoted to the care and treatment of infants
up to six weeks old. Neonatologists concentrate on the full spectrum of
medical problems that can affect newborn babies.新生兒護理學
Nephrology: The study and care of the kidneys and urinary system. Nephrologists
treat kidney disorders, diabetes, renal failure and other illnesses. Treatments
can range from dialysis to kidney transplants.腎病學
Neurology: The study and treatment of diseases of the nervous system. A neurologist
assists patients who have stroke complications, head injuries, epilepsy,
Alzheimer's disease, and other afflictions of the brain and spinal cord.
神經系統疾病學
Neuro-ophthalmology: Specialists in this branch of medicine offer the experience
and the resources to help people with brain-related visual problems --as
well as eye-movement problems --find hope for improved eyesight. Therapies
range from botulinum toxin injection to nonsurgical treatment for facial
spasms and excessive blinking.神經性眼病學
Neurosurgery: Neurosurgeons specialize in surgically treating diseases and
disorders of the nervous system. The nervous system consists of the brain
and the spinal cord (central nervous system), along with the nerves of the
brain and spinal cord (peripheral nervous system).神經外科
Nuclear Medicine: A specialty that uses radioactive substances and sophisticated
diagnostic equipment to determine a variety of conditions and diseases.
The equipment used in nuclear medicine -- including MRI (magnetic resonance
imaging) and PET (positron emission tomography) --reveals the inner workings
of the body and its organs.放射科學
Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN): OB/GYN is the field of medicine devoted
to conditions specific to women. Obstetrics is the care of a woman during
pregnancy and during and after childbirth. Gynecology is the study and care
of the female reproductive system. An OB/GYN specialist combines these two
disciplines to provide comprehensive care for women.婦產科
Oncology --Medical: Medical oncologists are specialists in using various
medications to treat and manage patients with cancer. This includes the
use of chemotherapy to kill cancer cells, painkillers to manage cancer pain
, and drugs that will eliminate or reduce the side effects of cancer treatment
.腫瘤病學
Oncology --Radiation: Radiation oncology is the field of medicine that uses
therapeutic applications of radiation to manage cancer and other diseases
. Radiation oncologists determine the type of radiation that will be used
, as well as the amount or dose, and the number and length of treatments.
放射腫瘤科
Ophthalmology: The medical specialty devoted to care of the eye and the treatment
of diseases that affect eyes and vision. An ophthalmologist diagnoses and
treats abnormalities of the eye and performs surgery on the eye. Ophthalmologists
are medical doctors and are different from optometrists (who test vision
and prescribe corrective lenses) and opticians (who make or sell corrective
eyewear).眼病科
Oral/Maxillofacial Surgery: The branch of dentistry that focuses on the diagnosis
and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries and deformities of the teeth
, mouth and jaw. An oral surgeon removes wisdom teeth, repairs broken jaws
and treats a range of other conditions. Specialists in this field are also
called dental surgeons.口腔醫學也可做stomatological
Orthopedic Surgery: The medical field concerned with the prevention and correction
of muscular or skeletal injuries and abnormalities. Orthopedic surgeons
treat complex conditions and injuries as well as broken bones, severe muscle
sprains, and knee and other joint injuries. They also perform joint replacements
.肌肉骨骼治療
Otolaryngology (ENT): A division of medical science that focuses on the ears
, nose and throat (ENT). Otolaryngologists diagnose and treat disorders from
the shoulders up, with the exception of the eyes and brain. Conditions they
may deal with include hearing loss, tonsillitis and nasal obstructions.
耳鼻喉科
Otology: An otologist is a specialist in the anatomy and structure of the
ear, and how to treat diseases of the ear.耳科
Pain Management: Physicians and other pain experts choose from an extensive
series of diagnostic tests to precisely identify the source of a patient
’s pain. Treatment and management possibilities are wide ranging and include
physical therapy, behavioral therapy, biofeedback and pain-relieving devices
that are implanted under the skin.傷痛管理
Pathology: The study of the nature and causes of disease. A pathologist examines
body tissues to diagnose of diseases, and to determine the cause of various
conditions, including death. There are several subspecialties in pathology
, including chemical pathology, forensic pathology, hematology pathology
and neuropathology.病理學
Pediatrics: The field of medicine dedicated to the care of infants, children
and teenagers. Doctors in this field are called pediatricians. They are
often the first doctors children see, and they concentrate on preventing
illness and treating children for a variety of conditions, including sore
throats, earaches and infectious diseases.兒科
Pediatric Specialties: Usually, a family physician or pediatrician will address
the health problems of children. However, when there is a serious illness
or injury, a child may need care from a pediatric specialist --a physician
with advanced training and expertise in a particular area of medicine. Board
-certified pediatric specialists provide medical services in areas ranging
from cardiology and infectious diseases to neurology, orthopedics and surgery
.兒科專家
Perinatology: A branch of medicine dealing with medical and biological issues
that affect the birth of a child. Perinatology combines obstetrics, gynecology
and neonatology, and includes treatment of a fetus or a newborn and the
mother.新生兒學
Physiatry: A physiatrist is a physician who specializes in physical medicine
, which is the curing of injuries and disease by natural methods. Measures
that are used include physical therapy, massage, exercise, light and heat
.理療師注意和Phusician區別
Physical Rehabilitation: Physicians and therapists who specialize in physical
rehabilitation help patients who’ve had a stroke or serious injury return
to home, work or school. The goal of therapy is to restore lost function
through hands-on treatment, exercise and patient education.運動功能恢復師
Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery: The repair, restoration or reconstruction
of different parts of the body. Plastic and reconstructive surgeons not
only perform elective cosmetic surgery to improve appearance, they also repair
and reconstruct the facial features and bodies of patients with conditions
caused by burns, injuries, diseases and congenital deformities.義肢手術
Podiatry: The study, prevention and treatment of problems of the foot. A
podiatrist may prescribe corrective devices and medication, or recommend
physical therapy. Podiatrists attend colleges of podiatric medicine and graduates
are doctors of podiatric medicine (DPM). Podiatrits with advanced training
also do various types of foot surgery.腳腿病醫師
Prostate Care: Cancer or other conditions affecting the prostate may be treated
by surgeons, cancer specialists and/or urologists using a wide range of
therapies. Depending on the specific problem, a course of treatment can involve
everything from surgery and medications to high-dose radiation.前列腺護理
Psychiatry: The diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental, emotional
and behavioral disorders. Psychiatrists are physicians who prescribe appropriate
medication and do therapy to treat of a variety of conditions, from depression
to schizophrenia.心理咨詢師
Psychology: Psychologists deal with mental processes --both normal and abnormal
--and their effects upon human behavior. Psychologists typically have a
doctorate degree, but are not medical doctors and do not prescribe medications
.心理學
Pulmonary Medicine: The field of medicine devoted to the study and treatment
of diseases of the respiratory system. Pulmonary specialists --called pulmonologists
--treat pneumonia, bronchitis, emphysema, asthma, cancer and other disorders
of the lungs and respiratory system.肺病醫療respiratory呼吸系統
Radiology: The use of radioactive equipment, including X-ray machines, to
diagnose and treat diseases and injuries. Specialists in this field are
called radiologists.放射治療 化療chemotherapy
Rheumatology: The study and care of the joints and the muscular and skeletal
systems. Rheumatologists treat a range of conditions, from athletic injuries
to arthritis, lupus and rheumatic fever.風濕病學
Sleep Disorders: The field of medicine devoted to the study and treatment
of disruptions in sleeping patterns. Specialists in this field work with
patients to overcome such conditions as insomnia, narcolepsy and sleep apnea
.睡眠學 insomnia失眠 narcolepsy嗜睡 sleep apnea睡眠呼吸障礙
Sports Medicine: The field of medicine devoted to athletic injuries. Doctors
specializing in sports medicine help patients prevent and recover from a
range of injuries -- from sprained knees and back strains to broken bones
and torn ligaments --suffered while engaging in sports activities. Many
sports medicine doctors also help design athletic training equipment and
training methods.運動健康學
Thoracic Surgery: The study and practice of surgery on the chest cavity and
rib cage, including the heart, lungs and esophagus. Thoracic surgeons treat
patients with lung cancer, coronary diseases, aneurysms and heart diseases
.胸外科
Transplant: Surgeons specializing in organ transplants take a multidisciplinary
approach to surgery and follow-up care that addresses all of patient’s
physical and psychological needs. Patients receive an extensive orientation
prior to transplantation, which can involved the kidneys, liver, heart and
other organs.器官移植
Urology: The study and treatment of the male and female urinary tracts and
the male genital tract. Urologists diagnose and treat disorders of the urinary
tract, prostate and bladder.泌尿科bladder 膀胱
Vascular Surgery: The focus is on surgical solutions to diseases of the body
’s blood vessels, including the heart and lymph systems. Vascular surgeons
treat patients for lymphatic diseases, strokes, aneurysms, varicose veins
and other conditions.循環系統手術vascular 血管的
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