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| Adolescent medicine | A specialty devoted to the health concerns of adolescents |
| Allergy & immunology | A specialty that focuses on the evaluation and treatment of allergic symptoms and other disorders of the immune system |
| Anxiety and stress management counseling | Therapy that seeks to address and relieve stress and anxiety |
| Behavioral health specialist | A professional, often a licensed social worker, trained in the mind-body connection, mental health problems and substance abuse |
| Cardiologist | A doctor who diagnoses and treats heart problems |
| Cardiovascular surgeon | A specialist who operates on the heart and blood vessels |
| Cardiothoracic surgery | A specialty devoted to the surgical treatment of conditions of the heart and lungs |
| Chiropractor | A health professional who treats the spine through the manual adjustment of the vertebrae |
| Colon and rectal surgeon | A surgeon who specializes in treating diseases of the digestive tract, colon and rectum |
| Christian counseling | Support provided by pastors, licensed professionals or church members based on Biblical teachings |
| Dentist | A health professional who diagnoses and treats diseases of the teeth and mouth |
| Dermatologist | A doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin problems |
| Emergency medicine specialist | A health professional (doctor, nurse, paramedic) trained to resuscitate, transport and care for an injured or ill person in an emergency |
| Endocrinologist | A doctor who specializes in treating endocrine gland problems, such as diabetes and disorders of the thyroid, pituitary and adrenal glands |
| Family practitioner | A doctor who has completed a medical residency in Family Medicine and diagnoses and treats general medical concerns of children, adolescents and adults |
| Gastroenterologist | A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating people with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (stomach and intestines), liver and pancreas |
| Gay/lesbian counseling | Support geared to the special needs of the gay and lesbian population |
| General practitioner | A doctor who diagnoses and treats general medical concerns of children, adolescents and adults and has completed the one-year required internship |
| General surgeon | A surgeon trained in a variety of surgical procedures, who performs most of the abdominal surgeries |
| Geriatric counseling | Support for seniors and their family members |
| Gynecologist | A doctor who specializes in treating conditions that affect a woman's reproductive organs |
| Hand surgeon | A doctor who has special training in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of conditions that affect the hand and wrist |
| Hematologist | A doctor who evaluates and treats diseases of the blood, such as anemia, sickle cell disease, hemophilia and leukemia |
Infectious disease specialist | A health professional who diagnoses and treats infectious diseases | | Internal medicine | A specialty devoted to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases in adults |
| Interventional cardiologist | A cardiologist who focuses on heart procedures, such as catheterization and angioplasty |
| Medical geneticist | A health professional who is trained in the inheritance patterns of genetic diseases and provides guidance, risk assessment and diagnostic information to patients and parents |
| Midwife | A person who helps pregnant women achieve the safe birth of healthy babies. Training, education and licensing vary by state |
| Nephrologist | A doctor devoted to the illnesses of the kidney |
| Neurological surgeon (neurosurgeon) | A surgeon trained in conditions of the brain, spinal cord and nerves that usually require some type of surgical procedure |
| Neurologist | A doctor who diagnoses and treats illnesses of the brain, spinal cord and nerves |
| Nuclear medicine specialist | A health professional who uses radioactive materials to help make a diagnosis and/or treat certain diseases, such as an overactive thyroid |
| Nurse practitioner | A registered nurse with advanced education and training in health promotion and disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment |
| Obstetrician | A doctor trained in the comprehensive care of pregnant women |
| Obstetrics/gynecology | A specialty devoted to female reproductive health, including pregnancy |
| Oncologist | A doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer |
| Ophthalmologist | A doctor who specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders and diseases |
| Optometrist | A health professional trained to provide screening for visual problems and to take corrective actions such as prescribing glasses and contact lenses |
| Orthopedics | A specialty focused on the diagnosis, treatment and surgical management of bones and joints and the muscles that support them |
| Orthopedic surgeon | A surgeon trained to diagnose and treat problems of the bones and joints and the muscles that support them, often using surgical procedures in the process |
| Osteopathic medicine | Osteopathic medicine in the United States combines conventional medical practices with osteopathic manipulation, physical therapy and education about healthful posture and body positioning. Doctors of osteopathic medicine (D.O.s) receive similar training as medical doctors (M.D.s), with additional training in osteopathic and holistic medicine. |
| Otolaryngologist/ENT | A surgeon specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat disorders with special training in surgery related to these structures |
| Pediatrician | A doctor specializing in the health of children from birth to young adulthood and in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions and diseases in children |
| Physical medicine/physiatrist | A specialty/specialist focused on restoring the functional abilities of people after illness or injury, such as stroke, spinal cord injuries, heart surgery, amputation, joint replacement, sports injuries or spinal disorders |
| Physician assistant | A health professional licensed to practice medicine, usually under a doctor's supervision |
| Plastic surgeon | A surgeon who deals with the repair or reconstruction of visible physical defects |
| Podiatrist | A health professional who treats conditions and diseases of the feet |
| Preventive medicine specialist | A health professional devoted to promoting health and preventing disease |
| Psychiatrist | A doctor trained in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders, including the prescribing of medications |
| Psychologist | A mental health professional with advanced training in counseling and behavioral therapies |
| Pulmonologist | A doctor who specializes in diseases and conditions of the lungs and respiratory system |
| Rheumatologist | A doctor who focuses on diseases of inflammation and degeneration, such as arthritis |
| Sports medicine specialist | A specialty aimed at maintaining fitness and prevention of injury in competitive and recreational athletes |
| Surgeon (general) | A doctor trained to diagnose illnesses that may require surgery and to perform the necessary surgical procedures |
| Thoracic surgeon | A surgeon who specializes in injury and diseases within the chest area, including the heart and lungs |
| Urologist | A surgeon specializing in the diagnoses and treatment of diseases and conditions of the bladder, kidneys and prostate |
| Vascular surgeon | A doctor who specializes in the surgical management of disorders of the blood vessels |
