Physicians & Specialists
This type of physician uses a holistic approach and emphasizes preventive care.
What is a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)?
This group represents the largest healthcare occupation in the U.S.
What are Registered Nurses (RNs)?
This professional uses ultrasound to create images of internal body structures.
What is a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer?
This test is required for admission to medical school.
What is the MCAT?
This profession had a median annual salary of $290,000 in 2021.
What is a Hospitalist?
These physicians focus on attacking and eradicating disease using an allopathic approach.
What are MDs?
These nurses require only 12–14 months of training and assist with ADLs.
A: What are LPNs/LVNs?
This professional assists physicians in treating heart and vascular conditions.
A: What is a Cardiovascular Technologist?
To become a pharmacist, one must earn this degree.
What is a PharmD?
This profession had a median salary of $121,530 in 2021 and is expected to grow 31% by 2030.
What is a Physician Assistant (PA)?
This specialty had the highest mean annual wage in 2021.
What is cardiology?
This nurse provides anesthesia and pain management during surgical procedures.
What is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)?
This allied health role provides emergency care and transport for patients.
What is an EMT or Paramedic?
This degree is required to become a podiatrist.
What is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (PDM)?
This profession had a median salary of $128,570 in 2021 but is projected to decline.
What is a Pharmacist?
This physician type manages patient care only during hospitalization.
What is a Hospitalist?
These nurses supervise LPNs and educate patients and families about follow-up care.
What are BSN-RNs?
This role assists surgeons by preparing the operating room and helping during procedures.
What is a Surgical Assistant?
This profession requires a doctoral degree and a dissertation or practical work. Hint: They listen very well...
What is a Psychologist?
This profession is projected to grow by 33% between 2020 and 2030.
What is Home Health and Personal Care Aide?
These physicians often serve as gatekeepers, coordinating care when a specialist is needed.
What are Generalists?
This advanced practice nurse can specialize in areas like pediatrics or psychiatric care.
What is a Nurse Practitioner (NP)?
This act helped define and expand allied health professions in 1967.
What is the Allied Health Professions Personnel Training Act?
This profession requires passing both national and state exams and is only recognized in 9 states. Hint: they help with birthing.
What is a Certified Midwife (CM)?
This group makes up nearly 60% of the healthcare workforce.
What are Allied Health Professionals?