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Medical Terminology
Med Terms for the PCC
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cardiology | The branch of medical science concerned with the heart and its diseases |
| Dermatology | The branch of medicine concerned with the skin and its diseases |
| Geriatrics | the branch of medicine dealing with the diseases, debilities, and care of aged persons (usually pt's 65 & older) |
| Obstetrics (OB) | the branch of medical science concerned with childbirth and caring for and treating women in or in connection with childbirth |
| Gynecology (Gyn) | the branch of medical science that deals with the health maintenance and diseases of women, especially of the reproductive organs |
| Endocrinology | the branch of biology dealing with the endocrine glands and their secretions, especially in relation to their processes or functions |
| Gastroenterology | the study of the structure, functions, and diseases of digestive organs |
| Ophthalmology | the branch of medical science dealing with the anatomy, functions, and diseases of the eye |
| Pediatrics | the branch of medicine concerned with the development, care, and diseases of babies and children |
| Psychology | the science of the mind or of mental states and processes |
| Psychiatry | the practice or science of diagnosing and treating mental disorders |
| Pulmonology | The branch of medicine that deals with diseases of the respiratory system |
| Urology | The medical specialty concerned with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases of the urinary tract in females and of the genitourinary tract in males |
| Podiatry | the care of the human foot, especially the diagnosis and treatment of foot disorders |
| Neurology | The branch of medical science that deals with the nervous system and disorders affecting it |
| Oncology | The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer |
| Orthopedics | The branch of medicine that deals with the treatment of disorders or injuries of the bones, joints, and associated muscles |
| Rheumatology | The branch of medicine that deals with any of several pathological conditions of the muscles, tendons, joints, bones, or nerves |
| Otolaryngology (ENT, HNS) | the branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, function, and diseases of the ear, nose, and throat |
| Internal Medicine | branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of internal or non-surgical disorders (general practitioner who usually only sees adults 18+) |
| Family Practice | branch of medicine which provides general medical care for the whole family |
| Attending (physician) | a physician who has completed residency and practices medicine in a clinic or hospital, in the specialty learned during residency |
| Fellow | A physician who enters a training program in a medical specialty after completing residency, usually in a hospital or academic setting |
| Resident | A physician who has finished medical school and is receiving training in a specialized area(the length of residency varies according to the specialty) |
| Osteopathy | A system of healing based on the manipulation of bones or other parts of the body (D.O) |
| Acute | Beginning abruptly with marked intensity or sharpness, then subsiding after a relatively short period. |
| Chronic | Of a disease or disorder persisting for a long period, often for the remainder of a person's lifetime |
| Triplicate prescription | A prescription for controlled substances in which the physician keeps one copy of the prescription for five years and sends two copies with the patient to the pharmacist |
| Urgent Care | Medical problems that are not emergencies yet require medical attention usually within 24-48 hours |
| Emergency | An unforseen or sudden occurrence that may be life threatening and requires immediate medical attention |
| Home Health Services | Medical, nursing homemaker or other health related services provided at an individuals home |
| Hospice | a facility or program designed to provide a caring environment for meeting the physical and emotional needs of the terminally ill |
| Referral | the process of directing or redirecting to an appropriate specialist or agency for definitive treatment |
| Authorization | An approval (by an insurance company) to secure payment for health services or equipment, usually prior to services being rendered |
| Coumadin | An anticoagulant which is also known as warfarin that is used to prevent unwanted and dangerous blood clots |
| Out of Network | Refers to any doctors, hospitals or other healthcare providers considered to be non-participants by your insurance plan |
| Controlled Substance | a drug which has been declared by federal or state law to be illegal for sale or use, but may be dispensed under a physician's prescription |
| Generic Prescription | An order for a drug identified by its official, commonly adopted, non-brand name |
| Primary Care | the care a patient receives at first contact with the health care system, usually involving coordination of care and continuity over time |
| Outpatient Care | Outpatient services are medical procedures or tests that can be done in a medical center without an overnight stay |
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