Chapter 2 - Types of medical practice. This chapter include objectives: Describe medical specialties and specialists, explain the purpose of the American Board of Medical Specialists, describe the duties of several types of allied health professionals with whom medical assistants may work, name professional associations that may help advance a medical assistant’s career. | 2 Types of Medical Practice 2- Describe medical specialties and specialists. Explain the purpose of the American Board of Medical Specialties. Describe the duties of several types of allied health professionals with whom medical assistants may work. Name professional associations that may help advance a medical assistant’s career. Learning Outcomes 2- Introduction Medical assistants are an integral part of the health-care team A working knowledge of specialties and allied health professionals enables the MA to function better as a member of the health-care team 2- Medical Specialties Approximately 22 major medical specialties exist Specialized medical care is driven by advances in diagnosing and treating various diseases Cardiology Pediatrics Adult Note: Cardiology = specialty Pediatrics and Adult = subspecialty 2- Physician Education and Licensure Bachelor’s Degree Graduate from an Accredited Medical School Pass the . Medical . | 2 Types of Medical Practice 2- Describe medical specialties and specialists. Explain the purpose of the American Board of Medical Specialties. Describe the duties of several types of allied health professionals with whom medical assistants may work. Name professional associations that may help advance a medical assistant’s career. Learning Outcomes 2- Introduction Medical assistants are an integral part of the health-care team A working knowledge of specialties and allied health professionals enables the MA to function better as a member of the health-care team 2- Medical Specialties Approximately 22 major medical specialties exist Specialized medical care is driven by advances in diagnosing and treating various diseases Cardiology Pediatrics Adult Note: Cardiology = specialty Pediatrics and Adult = subspecialty 2- Physician Education and Licensure Bachelor’s Degree Graduate from an Accredited Medical School Pass the . Medical Licensing Exam Complete 2–6 Years of Residency 2- Medical Specialists Specialist Functions Family Practice Medical doctors that treat all conditions and age groups Also called general practitioners or primary care physicians by insurance companies Refers patients to specialists for specific diseases requiring specialized care Allergist Diagnoses and treats people with hypersensitivity to substances such as drugs, chemicals, and elements in nature 2- Medical Specialists (cont.) Specialist Functions Anesthesiologist Administers medications that alter sensation and feelings during surgery Bariatrics Medical and surgical treatment of obesity Cardiologist Diagnoses and treats diseases of the heart and blood vessels Dermatologist Diagnoses and treats diseases of the skin, hair, and nails 2- Medical Specialists (cont.) Specialist Functions Doctor of Osteopathy Uses eyes and hands to identify structural problems and promote natural healing Uses osteopathic manipulative .
