Specialized Medicine
Eyes
The cornea is the only part of the body without a blood supply ,it gets oxygen directly from the air.
ALSO KNOWN AS: Ophthalmology
ophthalmologist specializes in eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists can perform routine eye exams, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, dispense medications, diagnose and manage eye conditions and diseases, treat ocular emergencies, and perform surgeries and procedures. Many ophthalmologists pursue advanced study in complex areas such as glaucoma, retina, pediatrics, oculoplastic surgery, or neuroophthalmology, and are involved in scientific research on the causes and cures for eye diseases and vision disorders.
Brain & Nerves
The brain uses more energy than any other organ, about 20% of the body's total.
ALSO KNOWN AS: Neurology
neurologist specializes in the evaluation and treatment of all types of disease or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, and autonomic nervous system, as well as the blood vessels that relate to these structures. The disorders include: stroke, brain and spinal tumors, muscular dystrophy, headache and other pain, meningitis, encephalitis, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders, multiple sclerosis, and effects of systemic diseases, like high blood pressure and diabetes, on the nervous system.
Ear, Nose and Throat
The nose can detect over 1 trillion different scents.
An otolaryngologist – head and neck surgeon provides medical and/ or surgical therapy for the prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws, and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial, plastic, and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Skin and Genital
Your skin makes vitamin D when exposed to sunlight—just 10–15 minutes a few times a week can help
ALSO KNOWN AS: Dermatology & venereology
dermatologist is a physician with training and expertise in the diagnosis and medical/surgical management of diseases of the skin, hair and nails, and mucous membranes.
Allergy and Immunology
Allergies are the immune system’s overreaction to harmless substances like pollen or food proteins.
allergist-immunologist diagnoses and manages disorders involving immune system conditions such as asthma, anaphylaxis, rhinitis, and eczema as well as adverse reactions to drugs, foods, and insect stings; also immune deficiency diseases and problems related to autoimmune disease, organ transplantation, or malignancies of the immune system
Mental Health
The colon hosts trillions of bacteria that help digest food and produce vitamins.
ALSO KNOWN AS: Psychiatry
psychiatrist specializes in the evaluation and treatment of mental, addictive, and emotional disorders such as schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substancerelated disorders, sexual and gender-identity disorders, and adjustment disorders.
Emergency Medicine
Your body can enter “fight or flight” mode in seconds: your heart beats faster, more blood flows to the muscles, your breathing becomes heavier, and your muscles tense up. These changes prepare you to respond quickly to threats.
A physician who specializes in Emergency Medicine focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. This specialist provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization, and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Recovery & Movement
ALSO KNOWN AS: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
A specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, also called a physiatrist, evaluates and treats patients with disorders or disabilities in the muscles, bones, and nervous system, including neck or back pain, sports and work injuries, stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, spasticity, and any other disability or disorder that affects function. A physiatrist may lead a team of medical professionals to help patients improve their physical, psychological, social, and vocational function, and are dedicated to the whole person, including treating pain, restoring function, and improving quality of life. Treatment modalities may include medications, injections, therapeutic exercise, electrodiagnosis, and any equipment required for daily activities.
Dentistry
Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body.
Dentistry is a healthcare profession focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions affecting the teeth, gums, and oral cavity. Dentists are trained to manage oral health through procedures such as fillings, crowns, root canals, and preventive care. it plays a critical role in overall health and often intersects with medical care in areas such as oral pathology, systemic disease management, and surgical referrals.
