Physician Specialties
Not sure which kind of physician to look for? Here's a quick guide to some common specialties. This is general information only — not medical advice.
Family Medicine
Family physicians provide primary care for patients of all ages — checkups, preventive care, common illnesses, and management of ongoing conditions. Often the first point of contact and a long-term partner in your health.
Internal Medicine
Internists focus on adult medicine, including the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of complex and chronic conditions. Many adults see an internist as their primary care physician.
Pediatrics
Pediatricians care for infants, children, and adolescents — covering growth and development, immunizations, and childhood illnesses.
Neurology
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the brain, spine, and nervous system — including conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, migraine, and Parkinson's disease.
Cardiology
Cardiologists specialize in the heart and cardiovascular system — diagnosing and treating conditions such as heart disease, arrhythmias, and high blood pressure.
Surgery
Surgeons evaluate and, when appropriate, perform operative procedures. Specialties range from general surgery to orthopedics, neurosurgery, and many others.
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