artemkoverchik/large_taxonomies_dataset huggingface dataset:
Nuclear Medicine Physician (taxonomy code 207U00000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Nuclear Medicine
Definition: A nuclear medicine specialist employs the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and in research. Radiation detection and imaging instrument systems are used to detect disease as it changes the function and metabolism of normal cells, tissues and organs. A wide variety of diseases can be found in this way, usually before the structure of the organ involved by the disease can be seen to be abnormal by any other techniques. Early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attack), early cancer detection and evaluation of the effect of tumor treatment, diagnosis of infection and inflammation anywhere in the body and early detection of blood clot in the lungs are all possible with these techniques. Unique forms of radioactive molecules can attack and kill cancer cells (e.g., lymphoma, thyroid cancer) or can relieve the severe pain of cancer that has spread to bone
In Vivo & In Vitro Nuclear Medicine Physician (taxonomy code 207UN0903X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Nuclear Medicine
Specialization: In Vivo & In Vitro Nuclear Medicine
Definition: A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in in vivo and in vitro nuclear medicine.
Nuclear Cardiology Physician (taxonomy code 207UN0901X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Nuclear Medicine
Specialization: Nuclear Cardiology
Definition: A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in nuclear cardiology.
Nuclear Imaging & Therapy Physician (taxonomy code 207UN0902X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Nuclear Medicine
Specialization: Nuclear Imaging & Therapy
Definition: A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in nuclear imaging and therapy.
Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (taxonomy code 207V00000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
Complex Family Planning Physician (taxonomy code 207VC0300X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Complex Family Planning
Definition: A complex family planning physician specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals with complex reproductive needs. These physicians are experts in abortion and contraception clinical care, research, education, and advocacy.
Critical Care Medicine (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician (taxonomy code 207VC0200X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Critical Care Medicine
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports female patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician (taxonomy code 207VF0040X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
Definition: A subspecialist in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery is a physician in Urology or Obstetrics and Gynecology who, by virtue of education and training, is prepared to provide consultation and comprehensive management of women with complex benign pelvic conditions, lower urinary tract disorders, and pelvic floor dysfunction. Comprehensive management includes those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with these conditions and complications resulting from them.
Gynecologic Oncology Physician (taxonomy code 207VX0201X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Gynecologic Oncology
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist who provides consultation and comprehensive management of patients with gynecologic cancer, including those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with gynecologic cancer and resulting complications.
Gynecology Physician (taxonomy code 207VG0400X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Gynecology
Definition: A physician who specializes in diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with gynecologic conditions.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician (taxonomy code 207VH0002X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family.  This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Maternal & Fetal Medicine Physician (taxonomy code 207VM0101X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Maternal & Fetal Medicine
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist who cares for, or provides consultation on, patients with complications of pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the obstetrical, medical and surgical complications of pregnancy and their effect on both the mother and the fetus. The specialist also possesses expertise in the most current diagnostic and treatment modalities used in the care of patients with complicated pregnancies.
Obesity Medicine (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician (taxonomy code 207VB0002X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Obesity Medicine
Definition: A physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
Obstetrics Physician (taxonomy code 207VX0000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Obstetrics
Definition: A physician who specializes in diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with obstetric conditions.
Reproductive Endocrinology Physician (taxonomy code 207VE0102X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Reproductive Endocrinology
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist who is capable of managing complex problems relating to reproductive endocrinology and infertility.
Ophthalmology Physician (taxonomy code 207W00000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Definition: An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician (taxonomy code 207WX0120X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Cornea and External Diseases Specialist
Definition: An ophthalmologist who specializes in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye.
Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (taxonomy code 207WX0009X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Glaucoma Specialist
Definition: An ophthalmologist who specializes in the treatment of glaucoma and other disorders related to increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage.  This specialty involves the medical and surgical treatment of these conditions.
Neuro-ophthalmology Physician (taxonomy code 207WX0109X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Neuro-ophthalmology
Definition: A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist of ophthalmology.  This physician evaluates, treats, and studies disorders of the eye, orbit and nervous system having to do with interactions of the visual motor and visual sensory systems with the central nervous system. Neuro-ophthalmologists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders.
Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician (taxonomy code 207WX0200X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Definition: A physician who specializes in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery. This subspecialty combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery, and includes aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose and treat conditions involving the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems and surrounding and supporting structures of the face and neck.
Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist Physician Physician (taxonomy code 207WX0110X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist
Definition: An ophthalmologist who specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management. The subspecialty includes the medical and surgical management of eye disorders found in children. Some of the more common disorders include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive error, cataract and glaucoma. These disorders may be related to neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or aging changes in the extraocular muscles requiring medical, optical and surgical management.
Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (taxonomy code 207WX0107X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Retina Specialist
Definition: An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease (Ophthalmology) Physician (taxonomy code 207WX0108X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease
Definition: An ophthalmologist who specializes in the treatment of intraocular inflammation, scleritis, keratitis and infectious disorders affecting the eye and inflammatory disorders of the adnexa and/or orbit.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (D.M.D.) (taxonomy code 204E00000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Definition: Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to recognize and treat a wide spectrum of diseases, injuries and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are also trained to administer anesthesia, and provide care in an office setting. They are trained to treat problems such as the extraction of wisdom teeth, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, and to perform dental implant surgery.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (taxonomy code 207X00000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Definition: An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means.  An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (taxonomy code 207XS0114X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialization: Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
Definition: Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.
Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician (taxonomy code 207XX0004X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialization: Foot and Ankle Surgery
Definition: Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, foot and ankle surgeons deal with adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine foot and ankle, and children's foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (taxonomy code 207XS0106X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialization: Hand Surgery
Definition: An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (taxonomy code 207XS0117X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialization: Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
Definition: Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
Orthopaedic Trauma Physician (taxonomy code 207XX0801X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialization: Orthopaedic Trauma
Definition: Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic trauma surgeons deal with the evaluation and management of acute orthopaedic injuries, evaluation and treatment of post-traumatic deformities and nonunions, acute and delayed reconstruction of pelvic and acetabular fractures, as well as osteotomy in the adult hip for treatment of hip arthritis.
Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (taxonomy code 207XP3100X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialization: Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
Definition: An orthopedic surgeon who has additional training and experience in diagnosing, treating and managing musculoskeletal problems in infants, children and adolescents.  These may include limb and spine deformities (such as club foot, scoliosis); gait abnormalities (limping); bone and joint infections; broken bones.
Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (taxonomy code 207XX0005X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialization: Sports Medicine
Definition: An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
Otolaryngology Physician (taxonomy code 207Y00000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Otolaryngology
Definition: An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or 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.
Facial Plastic Surgery Physician (taxonomy code 207YS0123X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Otolaryngology
Specialization: Facial Plastic Surgery
Definition: An otolaryngologist who specializes in facial plastic surgery.
Otolaryngic Allergy Physician (taxonomy code 207YX0602X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Otolaryngology
Specialization: Otolaryngic Allergy
Definition: An otolaryngologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of otolaryngic allergies and other allergic diseases.
Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician (taxonomy code 207YX0905X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Otolaryngology
Specialization: Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery
Definition: An otolaryngologist who specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of head and neck conditions.
Otology & Neurotology Physician (taxonomy code 207YX0901X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Otolaryngology
Specialization: Otology & Neurotology
Definition: An otolaryngologist who treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including disorders of hearing and balance. The additional training in otology and neurotology emphasizes the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, pathology, genetics, immunology, microbiology and the etiology of diseases of the ear and temporal bone.
Pediatric Otolaryngology Physician (taxonomy code 207YP0228X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Otolaryngology
Specialization: Pediatric Otolaryngology
Definition: A pediatric otolaryngologist has special expertise in the management of infants and children with disorders that include congenital and acquired conditions involving the aerodigestive tract, nose and paranasal sinuses, the ear and other areas of the head and neck. The pediatric otolaryngologist has special skills in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of childhood disorders of voice, speech, language and hearing.
Plastic Surgery within the Head & Neck (Otolaryngology) Physician (taxonomy code 207YX0007X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Otolaryngology
Specialization: Plastic Surgery within the Head & Neck
Definition: An otolaryngologist with additional training in plastic and reconstructive procedures within the head, face, neck and associated structures, including cutaneous head and neck oncology and reconstruction, management of maxillofacial trauma, soft tissue repair and neural surgery. The field is diverse and involves a wide age range of patients, from the newborn to the aged. While both cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries are practiced, there are many additional procedures which interface with them.
Sleep Medicine (Otolaryngology) Physician (taxonomy code 207YS0012X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Otolaryngology
Specialization: Sleep Medicine
Definition: An Otolaryngologist who practices Sleep Medicine is certified in the subspecialty of sleep medicine and specializes in the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, management and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of any age and use multidisciplinary approaches. Disorders managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias and sleep related movement disorders.
Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (taxonomy code 208VP0014X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pain Medicine
Specialization: Interventional Pain Medicine
Definition: Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.
Pain Medicine Physician (taxonomy code 208VP0000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pain Medicine
Specialization: Pain Medicine
Definition: Pain Medicine is a primary medical specialty based on a distinct body of knowledge and a well-defined scope of clinical practice that is founded on science, research and education.  It is concerned with the study of pain, the prevention of pain, and the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of persons in pain.  A comprehensive evaluation incorporates the physical, psychological, cognitive and socio-cultural contributions to pain.  The treatment protocol may include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies provided in a concurrent focused and patient specific manner.  The pain medicine physician often serves the patient as a frontline physician regarding their pain, but also may serve as a consultant to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies.  The Pain Medicine physician may work in variety of settings including office, clinic, hospital, university, or governmental/public agencies.