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• Cardiology

Focuses on the functions/activities and pathology of the heart.



• Cardiothoracic Surgery

Perform cardiovascular procedures and surgery on the major arteries, the lungs esophagus and blood vessels.



• Cardiovascular Disease

A physician/internist offering treatment of disorders of the heart, blood vessels and blood circulation system.



• Certified Nurse Midwife

Certified nurse trained in plannining, gynecological care, pregnancy and childbirth of a mother and postpartum care of a newborn.



• Child Development

Treats typical and atypical child development from birth through adolescence using methods and techniques to evaluate developmental skills and abilities of the child.



• Chiropractic Medicine

Physician dealing with the musculoskeletal system of the body, especially the spine, through manipulative treatment.



• Clinical Neurophysiology

Speciality that studies the central and peripheral nervous systems through the recording of bioelectrical activity.



• Colorectal Surgery

A surgeon specializing in disorders of the colon (large intestine) or the rectal area.



• Critical Care Medicine

Providing constant, close monitoring of a seriously ill patient (including post surgical care) that enables immediate treatment in a controlled environment such as an intensive care unit.



• Critical Care Surgery

Physician performing pre/postoperative care crucial to the success of surgery, often in extreme or near terminal conditions..