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WorksheetsTypes of Physicians
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 20mins
What type of physician treats adults for a wide range of issues and often with the use of multiple medications?
internist
pediatrician
urologist
hematologist
What type of physician would you likely visit if you thought you might have a cold or mild sinus infection?
family practice doctor
gastroenterologist
gynecologist
cardiologist
What type of physician would be consulted to find relief from seasonal allergies to grass and pollen?
hepatologist
nephrologist
allergist
gastroenterologist
What type of physician treats conditions of the heart and cardiovascular system?
dermatologist
infectious disease physician
family practice physician
cardiologist
What type of physician would a two year old child most likely go see for an annual wellness visit?
internist
pediatrician
gynecologist
gerontologist
A physician that specializes in conditions associated with aging and the elderly is called a _____.
hepatologist
neurologist
podiatrist
gerontologist
What type of physician would be most likely to be an expert in leukemia and sickle cell anemia?
gerontologist
cardiologist
hematologist
orthopedist
What type of physician would be best to consult about a very sore spot on your heel that is taking a long time to heal?
podiatrist
otolaryngologist
oncologist
hepatologist
If you were having some trouble with getting some acne on your face to clear up, which doctor might you consult?
infectious disease physician
cardiologist
physiatrist
dermatologist
What type of physician would be most likely to preform a colonoscopy?
neurologist
orthopedist
gastroenterologist
dermatologist
What type of physician would a nursing home for senior adults possibly consider hiring?
gerontologist
gynecologist
pediatrician
obstetrician
What type of physician specializes in female related conditions such as hormone imbalances, reproductive problems, and breast exams?
gynecologist
nephrologist
oncologist
psychiatrist
A physician that was an expert in cirrhosis of the liver and liver transplants would be an example of a ______.
hematologist
hepatologist
neurologist
allergist
Which physician would be most likely to be treating patients with HIV or an internal Staphyloccal bacteria infection?
infectious disease physician
neurologist
cardiologist
otolaryngologist
What type of physician would be most able to help a patient suffering from kidney stones?
allergist
sleep physician
radiologist
nephrologist
Which of these physicians would know the most about the brain and nervous system?
hematologist
neurologist
podiatrist
oncologist
Which type physician delivers babies?
obstetrician
oncologist
otolaryngologist
rheumatologist
A patient undergoing treatment for cancer is likely under the care of what type of physician?
oncologist
podiatrist
obstetrician
orthopedist
A physician that monitors the progress of both pregnant women and their unborn babies is called an ______.
internist
gastroenterologist
obstetrician
urologist
What type of physician would be present during an operation to ensure that the patient remains unconscious while closely monitoring his or her vital signs?
anesthesiologist
psychiatrist
orthopedists
radiologist
What type of doctor would a person visit if he or she was having trouble with seeing words in a book clearly?
optometrist
dentist
physiatrist
obstetrician
A physician that specializes in knee replacement surgeries is most likely to be what kind of doctor?
orthopedist
ololaryngologist
ophthalmologist
oncologist
A doctor that performed an eye surgery to repair a detached retina was most likely to be a ______.
urologist
radiologist
optometrist
ophthalmologist
A physician that routinely performs surgeries and may specialize in one portion of the body or a specialized field, such as tumor removals, might be called a _____.
general surgeon
radiologist
allergist
gerontologist
What type of physician would treat conditions of the ears, nose, and throat, and is sometimes called an ENT?
physiatrist
otolaryngologist
pulmonologist
rheumatologist
What kind of physician would treat musculoskeletal conditions often using therapeutic means?
physiatrist
podiatrist
pulmonologist
psychiatrist
What type of physician diagnosis and treats lung conditions?
urologist
pulmonologist
sleep medicine physician
general surgeon
A patient that has arthritis would likely seek treatment from a ______.
psychiatrist
radiologist
rheumatologist
hepatologist
A doctor that diagnosis and treats mental and emotional disorders with counseling therapy, but can't prescribe medications is called a ______.
psychiatrist
psychologist
radiologist
orthodontist
A doctor that treats mental and emotional disorders, often with the inclusion of medications, is called a ______.
psychiatrist
psychologist
physiatrist
allergist
A physician that treats conditions with the urinary tract of both males and females is called a ______.
rheumatologist
radiologist
optometrist
urologist
A physician that supervises a hospital laboratory and performs tests on tissue and blood is likely to be a ______.
anesthesiologist
psychiatrist
pathologist
pulmonologist
The physician that would be most likely to read images taken by x-ray, CT, or MRI would be a ______.
radiologist
urologist
allergist
gerontologist
A patient that is experiencing pain and numbness in her arm, that can't be explained by her family practice physician, might be referred to a ______.
hepatologist
nephrologist
neurologist
dentist
Which type of physician might be consulted on the treatment of a patient that has burned his arm badly?
ophthalmologist
orthopedist
cardiologist
dermatologist
What type of doctor would put braces on your teeth to make them straighter or correct an alignment issue?
optometrist
dentist
orthodontist
otolaryngologist
If you were to have a tooth that started hurting while chewing your food, the first doctor you would likely see would be a ______.
obstetrician
optometrist
orthodontist
dentist
A doctor that specializes in the complications and problems that come from an imbalance of hormones is a ______.
endocrinologist
urologist
orthopedist
gerontologist
A doctor that would likely work closely with a gynecologist or obstetrician and specialize in reproductive complications and embryos is called an ______.
pathologist
infectious disease physician
embryologist
otolaryngologist
For most common illnesses or injuries, a person's first doctor visit will be with a ______.
psychiatrist
general surgeon
family practice physician
physiatrist
