Bariatric surgery, including gastric bypass and gastric sleeve, involves making changes to the digestive system to aid in weight loss and management.
Cardiology focuses on diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart disease and arrhythmias, with procedures like angiograms and echocardiograms.
Cardiothoracic surgery is the field of medicine involved in surgical treatment of organs inside the thorax (the chest) - generally treatment of conditions of the heart and lungs.
A dietitian is an expert in dietetics; that is, human nutrition and the regulation of diet. A dietitian alters their patient's nutrition based upon their medical condition and individual needs.
Epilepsy studies involve diagnosing and monitoring epilepsy through tests like EEGs and brain imaging, helping to tailor treatment plans and manage seizure activity effectively.
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders.
General medicine provides comprehensive care for a broad range of medical conditions, focusing on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of chronic and acute illnesses to maintain overall health.
General surgery involves the diagnosis and surgical treatment of a wide range of conditions affecting the abdomen, digestive system, and other areas, focusing on procedures like appendectomies and hernia repairs.
Geriatric Medicine focuses on the health and well-being of older adults, addressing age-related conditions to promote healthy aging and enhance quality of life.
Nephrology is a specialty of medicine that concerns itself with the kidneys, the preservation of kidney health, and the treatment of kidney problems, from diet and medication to renal replacement therapy (dialysis and kidney transplantation).
Neurology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system. Neurology deals with the diagnosis and treatment of all categories of conditions and disease involving the central and peripheral nervous system (and its subdivisions, the autonomic nervous system and the somatic nervous system).
Oncology is a branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.
Orthopaedic care involves diagnosing and treating conditions related to bones, joints, and muscles, including fractures, arthritis, and sports injuries, to restore mobility and function.
Orthopaedic surgery involves surgical treatments for conditions affecting bones, joints, ligaments, and muscles, aiming to restore mobility, alleviate pain, and improve function.
Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that involves the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents.
Paediatric cardiology focuses on the diagnosis and management of heart conditions in infants, children, and adolescents.
Pain management is a branch of medicine employing an interdisciplinary approach for easing the suffering and improving the quality of life of those living with pain.
Pathology involves the study and diagnosis of diseases through the examination of tissues, blood, and other bodily fluids, providing crucial information for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Perioperative medicine provides care before, during, and after surgery, optimising patients health to improve surgical outcomes and recovery.
Plastic surgery is a surgical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the body.
Psychology is the science of behaviour and mind, embracing all aspects of conscious and unconscious experience as well as thought.
Respiratory medicine is the deals with diseases of the respiratory system including the upper airway, the lungs, the chest wall, the pulmonary circulation and the ventilatory control system.
Sports medicine focuses on the rehabilitation and prevention of sports-related injuries. Sports physicians provide expert diagnoses and management of all musculoskeletal injuries that result from any form of physical activity.
Urology is the branch of medicine that focuses on surgical and medical diseases of the male and female urinary-tract system and the male reproductive organs.
Weight management refers to a set of practices and behaviours that are necessary to keep body weight at a healthy level. Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight may include healthy eating habits, physical activity, obtaining optimal sleep and stress reduction.
