Oncologists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. These specialists administer chemotherapy and consult with surgeons and radiologists on other treatments for cancer. Ophthalmologists provide routine eye care, clinical testing and surgery. These specialists diagnose and treat all eye problems, including injuries and medical disorders. They prescribe eye glasses and contact lenses to improve sight and can perform surgery for eye conditions such as strabismus and eye lid disorders.
Oral surgeons are specialists who perform many aspects of surgery in and about the head area.
Orthodontists are specialists trained in straightening teeth for the patient through movement of the teeth through bone by the use of bands, wires, elastics, headgear and other fixed or removable appliances or retainers to achieve a balance between facial muscles and teeth. This dentist treats children as well as adults who may desire to improve their appearance and bite. Orthopedists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the skeletal system and associated motor organs. These physicians manage all types of bone and joint disorders including scoliosis, clubfeet, Legg Perthes Disease, developmental displacement of the hip, infections of the bone and joint, skeletal dysplasias, complex foot deformities and fractures. Pediatric otolaryngologists specialize in diseases in children with special ENT problems including birth defects in the head and neck and developmental delays.