artemkoverchik/taxonomies_rag huggingface dataset:
Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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.) (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (207YS0123X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Otolaryngology
Specialization: Facial Plastic Surgery
Definition: An otolaryngologist who specializes in facial plastic surgery.
Otolaryngic Allergy Physician (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (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.
Anatomic Pathology Physician (207ZP0101X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Anatomic Pathology
Definition: A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (207ZP0102X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
Definition: A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Physician (207ZB0001X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine
Definition: A physician who specializes in blood banking/transfusion medicine is responsible for the maintenance of an adequate blood supply, blood donor and patient-recipient safety and appropriate blood utilization. Pre-transfusion compatibility testing and antibody testing assure that blood transfusions, when indicated, are as safe as possible. This physician directs the preparation and safe use of specially prepared blood components, including red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma constituents, and marrow or stem cells for transplantation.
Chemical Pathology Physician (207ZP0104X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Chemical Pathology
Definition: A chemical pathologist has expertise in the biochemistry of the human body as it applies to the understanding of the cause and progress of disease. This physician functions as a clinical consultant in the diagnosis and treatment of human disease. Chemical pathology entails the application of biochemical data to the detection, confirmation or monitoring of disease.
Clinical Informatics (Pathology) Physician (207ZC0008X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Clinical Informatics
Definition: Physicians who practice Clinical Informatics collaborate with other health care and information technology professionals to analyze, design, implement and evaluate information and communication systems that enhance individual and population health outcomes, improve patient care, and strengthen the clinician-patient relationship. Clinical Informaticians use their knowledge of patient care combined with their understanding of informatics concepts, methods, and tools to: assess information and knowledge needs of health care professionals and patients; characterize, evaluate, and refine clinical processes; develop, implement, and refine clinical decision support systems; and lead or participate in the procurement, customization, development, implementation, management, evaluation, and continuous improvement of clinical information systems.
Clinical Pathology Physician (207ZC0006X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Clinical Pathology
Definition: A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine Physician (207ZP0105X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine
Definition: A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Cytopathology Physician (207ZC0500X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Cytopathology
Definition: A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist trained in the diagnosis of human disease by means of the study of cells obtained from body secretions and fluids, by scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or by the aspiration of a tumor mass or body organ with a fine needle.  A major aspect of a cytopathologist's practice is the interpretation of Papanicolaou-stained smears of cells from the female reproductive systems, the "Pap" test.  However, the cytopathologist's expertise is applied to the diagnosis of cells from all systems and areas of the body.  He/she is a consultant to all medical specialists.
Dermatopathology (Pathology) Physician (207ZD0900X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Dermatopathology
Definition: A dermatopathologist is an expert in diagnosing and monitoring diseases of the skin including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic diseases.  This entails the examination and interpretation of specially prepared tissue sections, cellular scrapings, and smears of skin lesions by means of light microscopy, electron microscopy, and fluorescence microscopy.
Forensic Pathology Physician (207ZF0201X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Forensic Pathology
Definition: A forensic pathologist is expert in investigating and evaluating cases of sudden, unexpected, suspicious and violent death as well as other specific classes of death defined by law. The forensic pathologist serves the public as coroner or medical examiner, or by performing medicolegal autopsies for such officials.
Hematology (Pathology) Physician (207ZH0000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Hematology
Definition: A hematopathologist is expert in diseases that affect blood cells, blood clotting mechanisms, bone marrow and lymph nodes. This physician has the knowledge and technical skills essential for the laboratory diagnosis of anemias, leukemias, lymphomas, bleeding disorders and blood clotting disorders.
Immunopathology Physician (207ZI0100X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Immunopathology
Definition: A pathologist who specializes in the diagnosis of immunologic diseases.
Medical Microbiology Physician (207ZM0300X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Medical Microbiology
Definition: A medical microbiologist is expert in the isolation and identification of microbial agents that cause infectious disease. Viruses, bacteria and fungi, as well as parasites, are identified and, where possible, tested for susceptibility to appropriate antimicrobial agents.
Molecular Genetic Pathology (Pathology) Physician (207ZP0007X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Molecular Genetic Pathology
Definition: A molecular genetic pathologist is expert in the principles, theory and technologies of molecular biology and molecular genetics. This expertise is used to make or confirm diagnoses of Mendelian genetic disorders, disorders of human development, infectious diseases and malignancies, and to assess the natural history of those disorders. A molecular genetic pathologist provides information about gene structure, function and alteration and applies laboratory techniques for diagnosis, treatment and prognosis for individuals with related disorders.
Neuropathology Physician (207ZN0500X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Neuropathology
Definition: A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Pediatric Pathology Physician (207ZP0213X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pathology
Specialization: Pediatric Pathology
Definition: A pediatric pathologist is expert in the laboratory diagnosis of diseases that occur during fetal growth, infancy and child development. The practice requires a strong foundation in general pathology and substantial understanding of normal growth and development, along with extensive knowledge of pediatric medicine.
Pediatrics Physician (208000000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Definition: A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.
Pediatric Adolescent Medicine Physician (2080A0000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Adolescent Medicine
Definition: A pediatrician who specializes in adolescent medicine is a multi-disciplinary healthcare specialist trained in the unique physical, psychological and social characteristics of adolescents, their healthcare problems and needs.
Child Abuse Pediatrics Physician (2080C0008X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Child Abuse Pediatrics
Definition: A Child Abuse Pediatrician serves as a resource to children, families and communities by accurately diagnosing abuse; consulting with community agencies on child safety; providing expertise in courts of law; treating consequences of abuse and neglect; directing child abuse and neglect prevention programs and participating on multidisciplinary teams investigating; and managing child abuse cases.
Pediatric Clinical & Laboratory Immunology Physician (2080I0007X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Clinical & Laboratory Immunology
Definition: A pediatrician who specializes in clinical and laboratory immunology disease management.
Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics Physician (2080P0006X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics
Definition: A developmental-behavioral specialist is a pediatrician with special training and experience who aims to foster understanding and promotion of optimal development of children and families through research, education, clinical care and advocacy efforts. This physician assists in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of developmental difficulties and problematic behaviors in children and in the family dysfunctions that compromise children's development.
Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Physician (2080H0002X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Definition: A pediatrician 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.
Pediatric Medical Toxicology Physician (2080T0002X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Medical Toxicology
Definition: Medical toxicologists are physicians that specialize in the prevention, evaluation, treatment and monitoring of injury and illness from exposures to drugs and chemicals, as well as biological and radiological agents. Medical toxicologists care for people in clinical, academic, governmental and public health settings, and provide poison control center leadership. Important areas of medical toxicology include acute drug poisoning, adverse drug events, drug abuse, addiction and withdrawal, chemicals and hazardous materials, terrorism preparedness, venomous bites and stings, and environmental and workplace exposures.
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Physician (2080N0001X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Definition: A pediatrician who is the principal care provider for sick newborn infants. Clinical expertise is used for direct patient care and for consulting with obstetrical colleagues to plan for the care of mothers who have high-risk pregnancies.
Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Physician (2080P0008X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
Definition: A pediatrician who specializes in the treatment of individuals with developmental delays and learning disorders associated with cerebral palsy, spina bifida, autism, and other chronic neurologic conditions.
Pediatric Obesity Medicine Physician (2080B0002X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
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.
Pediatric Allergy/Immunology Physician (2080P0201X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Allergy/Immunology
Definition: A pediatrician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of allergies, allergic reactions, and immunologic diseases in children.
Pediatric Cardiology Physician (2080P0202X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Cardiology
Definition: A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care to patients with cardiovascular problems. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing and evaluating the structural and functional assessment of the heart and blood vessels, and the clinical evaluation of cardiovascular disease.
Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Physician (2080P0203X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Definition: A pediatrician expert in advanced life support for children from the term or near-term neonate to the adolescent. This competence extends to the critical care management of life-threatening organ system failure from any cause in both medical and surgical patients and to the support of vital physiological functions. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and also facilitates patient care among other specialists.
Pediatric Emergency Medicine (Pediatrics) Physician (2080P0204X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Definition: A pediatrician who has special qualifications to manage emergencies in infants and children.
Pediatric Endocrinology Physician (2080P0205X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Endocrinology
Definition: A pediatrician who provides expert care to infants, children and adolescents who have diseases that result from an abnormality in the endocrine glands (glands which secrete hormones). These diseases include diabetes mellitus, growth failure, unusual size for age, early or late pubertal development, birth defects, the genital region and disorders of the thyroid, the adrenal and pituitary glands.
Pediatric Gastroenterology Physician (2080P0206X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Gastroenterology
Definition: A pediatrician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive systems of infants, children and adolescents. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using lighted scopes to see internal organs.
Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician (2080P0207X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Definition: A pediatrician trained in the combination of pediatrics, hematology and oncology to recognize and manage pediatric blood disorders and cancerous diseases.
Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician (2080P0208X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Definition: A pediatrician trained to care for children in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of infectious diseases. This specialist can apply specific knowledge to affect a better outcome for pediatric infections with complicated courses, underlying diseases that predispose to unusual or severe infections, unclear diagnoses, uncommon diseases and complex or investigational treatments.
Pediatric Nephrology Physician (2080P0210X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Nephrology
Definition: A pediatrician who deals with the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidney and urinary tract, the mechanisms by which the kidney can be damaged, the evaluation and treatment of renal diseases, fluid and electrolyte abnormalities, hypertension and renal replacement therapy.
Pediatric Pulmonology Physician (2080P0214X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Pulmonology
Definition: A pediatrician dedicated to the prevention and treatment of all respiratory diseases affecting infants, children and young adults. This specialist is knowledgeable about the growth and development of the lung, assessment of respiratory function in infants and children, and experienced in a variety of invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques.
Pediatric Rheumatology Physician (2080P0216X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Rheumatology
Definition: A pediatrician who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and "collagen" diseases.
Pediatric Transplant Hepatology Physician (2080T0004X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Pediatric Transplant Hepatology
Definition: A pediatrician with expertise in transplant hepatology encompasses the special knowledge and skill required of pediatric gastroenterologists to care for patients prior to and following hepatic transplantation; it spans all phases of liver transplantation.
Physician Nutrition Specialist (Pediatrics) (2080P1004X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Physician Nutrition Specialist
Definition: A physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of primary nutritional diseases (e.g., undernutrition, overnutrition, and genetic or acquired errors of metabolism) and adjunctive nutritional therapeutics (e.g., nutritional therapy or support of diseases states with a metabolic component). Physician Nutrition Specialists also provide services for nutritional disease prevention, including diabetes, cancer, AlzheimerвЂ™s, hospital malnutrition screening, and perioperative nutrition.
Pediatric Sleep Medicine Physician (2080S0012X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Sleep Medicine
Definition: A Pediatrician 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.
Pediatric Sports Medicine Physician (2080S0010X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Pediatrics
Specialization: Sports Medicine
Definition: A pediatrician who is responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician must have knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury. Knowledge about special areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation, injuries (treatment and prevention and referral practice) and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle are essential to the practice of sports medicine. The sports medicine physician requires special education to provide the knowledge to improve the healthcare of the individual engaged in physical exercise (sports) whether as an individual or in team participation.
Phlebology Physician (202K00000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Phlebology
Definition: Phlebology is the medical discipline that involves the diagnosis and treatment of venous disorders, including spider veins, varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency, venous leg ulcers, congenital venous abnormalities, venous thromboembolism and other disorders of venous origin.   A phlebologist has attained a minimum of 50 hours of CME units in phlebology-related courses, and is knowledgeable of and trained in a variety of diagnostic techniques including physical examination, venous imaging techniques such as duplex ultrasound, CT and MR, plethysmographic techniques and laboratory evaluation related to venous thromboembolism.  The phlebologist is also trained in a variety of therapeutic interventions, which may include compression, sclerotherapy, cutaneous vascular laser, endovenous thermoablation procedures (laser and radiofrequency) endovenous chemical ablation, surgical procedures (e.g., ambulatory phlebectomy, venous ligation), vasoactive medications and the management of venous thromboembolism.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (208100000X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Definition: Physical medicine and rehabilitation, also referred to as rehabilitation medicine, is the medical specialty concerned with diagnosing, evaluating, and treating patients with physical disabilities. These disabilities may arise from conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Alternatively, the disabilities may result from neurological trauma or disease such as spinal cord injury, head injury or stroke. A physician certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation is often called a physiatrist. The primary goal of the physiatrist is to achieve maximal restoration of physical, psychological, social and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation. Pain management is often an important part of the role of the physiatrist. For diagnosis and evaluation, a physiatrist may include the techniques of electromyography to supplement the standard history, physical, x-ray and laboratory examinations. The physiatrist has expertise in the appropriate use of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics and mechanical and electrical devices.
Brain Injury Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (2081P0301X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Specialization: Brain Injury Medicine
Definition: A Brain Injury Medicine physician specializes in disorders of brain function due to injury and disease.  These disorders encompass a range of medical, physical, neurologic, cognitive, sensory, and behavioral disorders that result in psychosocial, educational, and vocational consequences.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (2081H0002X)
Group: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Specialization: Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Definition: A physical medicine and rehabilitation physician 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.