Study the 20 vocabulary terms below. Then continue to the activities.
- Audiologist
- Cardiologist
- Chiropodist
- Chiropractor
- Dermatologist
- Endocrinologist
- Gerontologist
- Hematologist
- Laryngologist
- Multipara
- Nephrologist
- Obstetrician
- Oncologist
- Ophthalmologist
- Orthopedist
- Pathologist
- Podiatrist
- Premature infant
- Primigravida
- Urologist
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in hearing
An audiologist does not undergo full medical training.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in the study and treatment of heart diseases
The cardiologist fitted the patient with a pacemaker to control the beating of his heart.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in feet
A chiropodist can treat a variety of foot and ankle ailments, including ingrown toenails, heel spurs, and arch problems.
Noun (person)
a person specialized in non-surgically treating mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system
His back felt much better after the chiropractor adjusted the position of the spine.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in skin
Many treatments provided by the dermatologist are considered "elective" by insurance companies.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in disorders of hormone producing glands
As a long-term diabetes sufferer, he has monthly appointments with his endocrinologist.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in treating the elderly
The demand for a good gerontologist is increasing as the population ages.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in treating disorders of the blood
As the GP didn’t know what was wrong, he referred the patient to a hematologist.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in laryngology, dealing with disorders, diseases, and injuries the larynx
Typically, your laryngologist will care for patients of all ages, from early childhood through advanced years.
Noun (person)
a woman who has given birth to at least two children
As a multipara, she required less care than women who are in their first pregnancy.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in treating the kidneys
The nephrologist diagnosed the patient with kidney failure and recommended immediate surgery.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in delivering babies and taking care of pregnant women
The obstetrician was called on to deliver the birth as it was too complicated for the midwife.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in treating cancer
An oncologist often is the main health care provider for someone who has cancer.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in treating disorders of the eyes
Your ophthalmologist is well-trained to provide comprehensive eye care.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system
He saw an orthopedist after the fall to ascertain the extent of the injuries.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in studying causes and effects of diseases
Blood tests carried out by the pathologist confirmed the initial diagnosis.
Noun (person)
a doctor specializing in problems and diseases of the foot
The podiatrist recommended insoles in the left shoe to alter the position of the foot.
Noun (person)
a child born before full development and weighing less than 5.5 pounds
The premature infant required careful supervision.
Noun (person)
a woman in her first pregnancy
As a primigravida she was unsure what to expect from her pregnancy.
Noun (person)
a doctor specialized in treating the urinary tract
After speaking with the urologist, it was clear that he was suffering from a UTI (urinary tract infection).