Branches of medicine

Branches of medicine
Medicine has many branches, and no one doctor could be an expert in all of them. Some doctors are general practioners (GPs); the first contact for most patients, they have a broad understanding of must conditions. When necessary, a GP refers patient to specialist in a wide range of fields, from orthopaedics to psychiatry.
Orthopaedics
Orthopedics deals with diseases and injuries of bones, joints, muscles and ligaments. Orthopaedic surgeons treat a range of conditions, including broken bones.
Pediatrics
The study of the growth and development of babies and children and the treatment of diseases experienced in childhood are called pediatrics.
Psychiatry
The diagnosis and treatment of emotioned and behavioral problems, and mental illness, is called psychiatry. Psychiatrists use counseling, drugs, and in some cases electroconvulsive therapy, also known as ECT, to help patients.
Dermatology
This is the study of the skin and hair including treatment of conditions, such as skin cancer, acne and eczema.
Gynaecology
Gynaecology is concerned with the woman's reproductive system. It deals with pregnancy and childbirth, and also disorders such as menstrual problems or infertility.
Neurology
Neurologist treat disorders of the brain and nervous systems conditions such as muscular dystrophy and Parkinson’s diseases.