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Fields of Med Prac 3
specialty fields of practice and abbreviations
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 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. |