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What branch of medicine deals with diseases and conditions specific to men?
What branch of medicine deals with diseases and conditions specific to men?
Which branch of medicine focuses on disorders of the stomach and intestines?
Which branch of medicine focuses on disorders of the stomach and intestines?
What specialty is concerned with anesthesia and anesthetics?
What specialty is concerned with anesthesia and anesthetics?
Which medical field deals specifically with heart diseases?
Which medical field deals specifically with heart diseases?
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The branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats skin disorders is known as?
The branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats skin disorders is known as?
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What specialty is focused on the study of hormones and endocrine glands?
What specialty is focused on the study of hormones and endocrine glands?
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Nephrology deals with which organ's physiology and diseases?
Nephrology deals with which organ's physiology and diseases?
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What branch of medicine focuses on the functions and disorders of the nervous system?
What branch of medicine focuses on the functions and disorders of the nervous system?
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Which medical specialty studies diseases of the ear and throat?
Which medical specialty studies diseases of the ear and throat?
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Podiatry is primarily concerned with the treatment of which body part?
Podiatry is primarily concerned with the treatment of which body part?
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What branch of medicine is involved in the care of children and their diseases?
What branch of medicine is involved in the care of children and their diseases?
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Oncology is concerned with the study and treatment of what?
Oncology is concerned with the study and treatment of what?
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Which medical specialty focuses on the body's immune system?
Which medical specialty focuses on the body's immune system?
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Pulmonology specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of what?
Pulmonology specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of what?
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What does serology study?
What does serology study?
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Radiology deals mainly with the use of which technology?
Radiology deals mainly with the use of which technology?
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Toxicology studies the effects of what?
Toxicology studies the effects of what?
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Urology focuses on disorders of which system?
Urology focuses on disorders of which system?
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Cytology is the study of what?
Cytology is the study of what?
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Histology is the study of what?
Histology is the study of what?
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Physiology deals with what?
Physiology deals with what?
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Epidemiology focuses on what aspects of health?
Epidemiology focuses on what aspects of health?
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Obstetrics is concerned with what?
Obstetrics is concerned with what?
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Rheumatology studies which conditions?
Rheumatology studies which conditions?
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What does gerontology study?
What does gerontology study?
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What branch of medicine is concerned with the study of the liver and its disorders?
What branch of medicine is concerned with the study of the liver and its disorders?
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Gynecology is primarily concerned with which aspect of health?
Gynecology is primarily concerned with which aspect of health?
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What does pathology study?
What does pathology study?
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Psychiatry deals with which type of health?
Psychiatry deals with which type of health?
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Which branch of medicine is concerned with the study of the eye?
Which branch of medicine is concerned with the study of the eye?
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Study Notes
Branches of Medicine
- Andrology: Focuses on male-specific diseases and conditions, involving physiology and medicine.
- Gastroenterology: Addresses disorders of the stomach and intestines.
- Anesthesiology: Specializes in the use of anesthesia and anesthetic techniques during procedures.
- Cardiology: Concerned with heart diseases and abnormalities.
- Dermatology: Involves diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders.
- Endocrinology: Studies endocrine glands and hormone-related conditions.
- Nephrology: Focuses on kidney functions, diseases, and disorders.
- Neurology: Deals with the nervous system's anatomy, functions, and organic disorders.
- Otolaryngology: Investigates diseases affecting the ear and throat.
- Podiatry: Specializes in foot health and ailments.
- Pediatrics: Addresses health issues specific to children and adolescents.
- Oncology: Focuses on tumors, including their study and treatment.
- Immunology: Studies the immune system and its responses to pathogens.
- Pulmonology: Concerned with lung conditions and related diseases.
- Serology: Involves diagnostic examinations of blood serum for immune responses.
- Radiology: Utilizes X-rays and radiation for diagnosing and treating diseases.
- Toxicology: Studies poisons, including their effects and detection methods.
- Urology: Focuses on urinary system functions and disorders.
- Cytology: Examines the structure and function of plant and animal cells.
- Histology: Involves studying the microscopic structure of tissues.
- Physiology: Examines the normal functions of living organisms and their parts.
- Epidemiology: Analyzes disease incidence, distribution, and health-related factors.
- Obstetrics: Concerned with childbirth and the care of women during labor.
- Rheumatology: Studies rheumatism, arthritis, and joint-related disorders.
- Gerontology: Explores aging, old age, and related issues faced by the elderly.
- Hepatology: Involves studying liver and related organ disorders.
- Gynecology: Focuses on female health, particularly reproductive system issues.
- Pathology: Investigates disease causes, effects, and laboratory examination of tissues.
- Psychiatry: Provides study and treatment for mental health illnesses and disturbances.
- Ophthalmology: Concerned with eye disorders and diseases.
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This quiz provides flashcards on various branches of medicine, focusing on key specialties such as andrology, gastroenterology, anesthesiology, and cardiology. Each card includes a definition to help solidify your understanding of these medical fields. Perfect for students and professionals looking to refresh their knowledge on medical specialties.
