Alphabetical list of medical specialties.
Medicine is a vast field with specialists for every health concern.
Here’s a complete list of all the Medical Specialties in alphabetical order:
Allergy and Immunology – Manages allergies and immune disorders.
Anesthesiology – Controls pain and sedation during procedures.
Bariatric Medicine – Focuses on obesity and weight loss management.
Cardiology – Treats heart and blood vessel conditions.
Cardiothoracic Surgery – Operates on the heart, lungs, and chest.
Colorectal Surgery – Manages diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus.
Critical Care Medicine – Stabilizes life-threatening conditions in ICUs.
Dermatology – Treats skin, hair, and nail conditions.
Emergency Medicine – Handles acute illnesses and trauma in emergencies.
Endocrinology – Manages hormone-related disorders like diabetes and thyroid disease.
Family Medicine – Provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages.
Gastroenterology – Diagnoses and treats digestive system disorders.
General Surgery – Performs a wide range of surgical procedures.
Genetics – Studies inherited diseases and genetic conditions.
Geriatrics – Specializes in medical care for older adults.
Gynecologic Oncology – Treats cancers of the female reproductive system.
Hematology – Diagnoses and treats blood disorders.
Hepatology – Focuses on liver diseases like hepatitis and cirrhosis.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine – Provides end-of-life and pain management care.
Infectious Disease – Diagnoses and treats infections caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Internal Medicine – Manages complex and chronic diseases in adults.
Interventional Radiology – Uses imaging techniques to perform minimally invasive procedures.
Maternal-Fetal Medicine – Cares for high-risk pregnancies.
Medical Toxicology – Treats poisoning, drug overdoses, and toxic exposures.
Neonatology – Specializes in the care of newborns, especially premature babies.
Nephrology – Manages kidney diseases and dialysis treatment.
Neurology – Diagnoses and treats brain and nervous system disorders.
Neurosurgery – Performs surgeries on the brain, spine, and nervous system.
Nuclear Medicine – Uses radioactive materials for diagnosis and treatment.
Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) – Focuses on women’s health, pregnancy, and childbirth.
Occupational Medicine – Manages work-related injuries and illnesses.
Oncology – Diagnoses and treats cancer through chemotherapy and other therapies.
Ophthalmology – Treats eye diseases and performs eye surgeries.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery – Specializes in surgery of the mouth, jaw, and face.
Orthopedics – Treats bone, joint, and muscle conditions, including fractures.
Otolaryngology (ENT) – Specializes in ear, nose, and throat disorders.
Pain Medicine – Manages chronic pain through various treatments.
Pathology – Analyzes body tissues and fluids to diagnose diseases.
Pediatric Surgery – Performs surgeries on infants and children.
Pediatrics – Provides medical care for children from infancy to adolescence.
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – Helps restore function after injury or illness.
Plastic Surgery – Performs reconstructive and cosmetic procedures.
Podiatry – Treats foot and ankle conditions.
Preventive Medicine – Focuses on disease prevention and health promotion.
Psychiatry – Diagnoses and treats mental health disorders.
Pulmonology – Manages lung diseases like asthma and COPD.
Radiation Oncology – Uses radiation therapy to treat cancer.
Radiology – Interprets medical imaging like X-rays and MRIs.
Reproductive Endocrinology – Specializes in fertility and hormone-related reproductive issues.
Rheumatology – Treats autoimmune and joint diseases like arthritis and lupus.
Sleep Medicine – Diagnoses and treats sleep disorders.
Sports Medicine – Manages injuries and performance optimization in athletes.
Surgical Oncology – Removes tumors and cancerous tissues.
Thoracic Surgery – Operates on the lungs, esophagus, and chest.
Transplant Surgery – Performs organ transplants like kidney and liver transplants.
Trauma Surgery – Provides emergency surgical care for injuries.
Urology – Treats urinary tract and male reproductive system disorders.
Vascular Surgery – Manages blood vessel diseases and performs vascular procedures.
No matter your health concern, there’s a specialist ready to help. Understanding these fields makes navigating healthcare easier!
Dr Afam John
Senior Registrar Anaesthesiology
