Dermatologist Dermatologists are doctors trained to treat issues with skin. They are trained in the science of dermatology, which is concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the skin, hair and nails. Dermatologists typically provide treatment for skin cancer, warts, cosmetic filler injections, hair removal with laser, hair transplantation, laser therapy for birthmarks and skin disorders, tattoo removal, acne, sun damage, liposuction, radiation therapy, vitiligo surgery, and allergy testing.
Neurologist A neurologist is a doctor who practices in neurology. Neurology is the science related to the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the nervous system. A neurologist treats disorders affecting nerves, brain, spinal cord and cerebrovascular diseases, such as stroke, headache, movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, infections of the brain and nervous system, Alzheimer's disease, seizures disorders including epilepsy, spinal cord disorders, and speech and language disorders. Neurologists themselves do not perform surgery and if a patient needs surgery, they refer them to a neurosurgeon.
Nutritionist A nutritionist provides guides on the matters of nutrition and food and their impacts on the health of human. There are different professional terms used for a nutritionist in different countries some of them are nutrition scientist, dietitian-nutritionist, public health nutritionist, clinical nutritionist, and sports nutritionist. Nutritionists focus on planning healthy diets. Some nutritionists also give the educational services or programs to aware the public on the strategies for healthy eating.
Oncologist An oncologist (also known as, cancer specialist) provides medical care for a person who has been diagnosed with cancer. As cancers vary in scope, nature and how they impact patients, the field of Oncology is further divided into several specializations. Medical oncologists treat cancers using chemotherapy, immunotherapy or using other targeted therapies. A radiation oncologist uses radiation therapy to treat cancer. A surgical oncologist removes cancer from the body using surgery. There are other types of oncologists that specialize for various patients such as pediatric oncologists that provide care in children, and hematologist-oncologist that diagnose and treat cancers of the blood.
Orthopedist Orthopedists are a doctor that concentrates on diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic doctors deal with the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of disorders of the joints, bones, tendons, ligaments, and muscles like musculoskeletal trauma, degenerative diseases, spine diseases, sports injuries, and congenital disorders. Some orthopaedists practice in certain areas such as foot and ankle, hip and knee, hand, spine shoulder, and elbow. They initially give nonsurgical options like pain medication or rehabilitation and also they are specialists in conducting surgery to repair or correct the injuries if needed.
Sexologist Sexologists are doctors who study human sexuality, including sexual behaviors, interests, and functions. They deal with problems regarding intimacy and relationships and also guide to achieve the best relationship. They mainly resolve sexual issues between the relationships. They conduct one to one sessions for sexual problems.
Trichologist Trichology is a part of dermatology which deals with the study of hair and scalp. Trichologists are trained in the diagnosing and treating hair & scalp related problems such as hair breakage, hair loss, oily scalp, etc. The Trichologists perform a hair test know as "Hair Analysis". Some trichologists are also expert in advising people with hair-related problems like hair loss (alopecia) and hair pulling disorder (trichotillomania).
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