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5 Types of Health Professionals You Should Know About

5 Types of Health Professionals You Should Know About
September 5, 2019AGNES JOSEPHUncategorized

The list of potential medical professionals you’ll meet during your life is long. Everyone should have a family doctor or primary care doctor. Beyond that, you may need some other types of doctors depending on your condition. Some people only need to see another type of doctor on occasion. Others, such as people with chronic conditions, may need to see additional doctors more frequently.

Keep reading to learn more about five doctors you’re likely to encounter in your lifetime.

Ear, nose, and throat (ENT) doctor

An ENT doctor specializes in conditions and disorders that affect the areas in and around your ears, nose, and throat. This type of doctor is also known as an otolaryngologist.

Why you might need to see one

ENT doctors treat people who have chronic conditions such as hearing impairment, problems balancing, or ringing in the ears. They can also order hearing aids, treat acute conditions such as ear infections, and perform surgical procedures on ears and sinuses.

Dermatologist

A dermatologist is a doctor who specializes in the treatment of conditions and disorders that affect the:

  • skin
  • hair
  • nails
  • membranes lining your mouth, nose, and eyelids

Among other things, a dermatologist can conduct a full-body exam and check for signs of skin cancer, remove suspected cancer, and perform reconstructive surgery to hide scars.

Dermatologists also treat conditions like acne, plaque psoriasis, and hair loss. Some dermatologists may provide cosmetic procedures, such as onabotulinumtoxina (Botox) and hyaluronic acid (Juvederm) injections, and laser hair removal.

Why you might need to see one

An annual skin check is recommended if you have:

  • a history of exposure to the sun or ultraviolet lights
  • a family history of skin cancer
  • precursors for skin cancer

You may also see a dermatologist if you have a skin condition that needs treatment beyond what your general doctor can provide.

Neurologist

A neurologist treats conditions and disorders of the nervous system. The nervous system is a vast network that’s responsible for many of the body’s major activities. Your nervous system includes the:

  • brain
  • spinal cord
  • nerves
  • ears
  • eyes
  • skin
  • nose

Why you might you need to see one

A neurologist diagnoses and treats conditions that might impact everything from your ability to walk and talk, to your ability to smell. For example, people who have a stroke often see a neurologist as part of their recovery. Neurologists also treat other conditions, including:

  • pain disorders
  • seizure disorders
  • neurodegenerative disorders, such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease
  • migraine headaches

Podiatrist

A podiatrist diagnoses and treats conditions of the foot, ankle, leg, and their surrounding structures.

Podiatrists have specialized training to care for these parts of your body properly. Conditions they treat range from diabetic infections and bone loss, to toenail fungus.

Why you might need to see one

If a condition that’s affecting your feet, ankles, or legs is beyond what your family doctor can treat, they may refer you to this type of specialist. Podiatrists can diagnose and treat a variety of conditions and disorders. They can also perform surgery and reconstructive measures if necessary.

Physical therapist

A physical therapist is a highly trained and licensed medical professional that provides many different types of services. Physical therapists work with people of all ages, sizes, and abilities.

Why you might need to see one

Physical therapists are needed for a variety of situations. You might find you need to see one more than once in your life and for different reasons.

Physical therapists may help people:

  • regain mobility
  • reduce pain
  • restore normal functions and capabilities
  • cope with the loss of a limb or the presence of a new limb

Many people will see a physical therapist routinely for a brief period. Once that period of treatment is over, you may not need those services anymore. If you find a physical therapist you like, however, be sure to go to that one again if the need arises.

Takeaway

You’ll have many medical encounters in your lifetime, and you’re likely to encounter a variety of medical professionals. If the time comes that you do need one of these doctors and you don’t know where to turn, don’t worry. A community of people can help connect you with your next healthcare professional.

 sources
  • Mayo Clinic Staff. (n.d.). Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) in Minnesota: Overview
    mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/otorhinolaryngology-ent/minnesota/overview
  • What is a neurologist? (n.d.) Retrieved from
    urmc.rochester.edu/highland/departments-centers/neurology/what-is-a-neurologist.aspx
  • What is a podiatrist? (n.d.) Retrieved from 
    apma.org/Education/content.cfm?ItemNumber=992
  • Who are physical therapists? (2015, November 24)
    apta.org/AboutPTs/
  • Why see a dermatologist. (n.d.) Retrieved from 
    aad.org/public/diseases/why-see-a-dermatologist

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