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Other Healthcare Specialties

In addition to physicians, there are many other types of healthcare professionals who provide care for patients.


  • Physician Assistant
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
  • Anesthesiologist Assistant
  • Certified Nurse Midwife
  • Clinical Social Worker
  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Registered Dietitian or Nutritional Professional
  • Audiologist (Hearing)
  • Physical Therapist
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Speech-Language Pathologist (Speech Therapy)


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