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Fields of Med Prac 3
specialty fields of practice and abbreviations
Question | Answer |
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D.O. | Doctor of Osteopathy |
D.C. | Doctor of Chiropractic |
D.D.S. | Doctor of Dental Surgery |
D.P.M. | Doctor of Podiatric Medicine |
O.D. | Doctor of Optometry |
Ph.D. | Doctor of Philosophy |
M.D. | Doctor of Medicine |
Psy.D. | Doctor of Psychology |
F.A.C.P. | Fellow of American College of Physicians |
F.A.C.S. | Fellow of American College of Surgeons |
Physiatrist | Physician who specializes in treatment of neuromusculoskeletal disorders |
Orthopedic Surgeon | Physician who specializes in medical and surgical treatment of musckuloskeletal system |
reciprocity | accepting others standards, licensures |
diplomate | One who has received a diploma, especially a physician certified as a specialist by a board of examiners. |
fellow | A member of a learned society. |