Specialites
This medical specialty focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to what organ of the body?
Skin
After completing undergraduate studies, aspiring doctors typically attend this type of professional school for their medical education.
What term describes the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another?
Heredity
What is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
This organelle, often called the "powerhouse" of the cell, is responsible for producing energy through cellular respiration.
The mitochondria
This specialty focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments.
Orthopedics
Following medical school, newly graduated doctors enter this period of supervised practical training in a specific medical specialty.
Residency
What is the scientific study of heredity and variation in organisms?
Genetics
How many lobes are there in the brain, name them
4, Frontal, Parietal, Temporal, Occipital
This neurotransmitter, often associated with pleasure and reward, plays a role in addiction and mood regulation.
Dopamine
These medical professionals specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to diabetes, thyroid disorders, and hormonal imbalances.
Endocrinologists
After completing residency, doctors may choose to further specialize in a particular area of medicine through this additional training program.
A fellowship
What is the basic unit of heredity?
Gene
What is the largest bone in the body
Femur
This gland, located at the base of the brain, is often referred to as the "master gland" because it regulates the functions of other endocrine glands in the body.
What branch of medical science involves the study of the effectiveness and safety of medications, devices, diagnostic products, and treatment regimens intended for human use?
Clinical Research
Before practicing medicine independently, doctors must obtain this credential from the state or jurisdiction where they intend to work.
Medical License
Which scientist is known as the "Father of Genetics" for his work with pea plants?
Gregor Mendel
What is the name of the muscle that separates the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity and aids in breathing?
Diaphragm
This type of muscle is responsible for involuntary movements, such as those involved in digestion and circulation.
Smooth Muscle
Named after a Swiss neurologist, this condition is characterized by a gradual degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons in the substantia nigra region of the brain, leading to tremors, rigidity, and difficulty with movement.
Parkinson's disease
Throughout their careers, healthcare professionals are required to participate in ongoing learning and professional development activities to maintain their licensure. This process is often abbreviated as:
Continuing medical education
What term refers to the complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism?
Genome
What is the body's main artery, which carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body?
The aorta
These cells, produced in the bone marrow, are key players in the body's immune response and come in two main types: B cells and T cells.
Lymphocytes