What is a neurologist? A neurologist is a medical doctor or osteopath who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of brain, spinal cord, and nervous system diseases, such as multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, headaches, stroke, or injury. Before a neurologist can practice they must graduate from medical school, complete an internship, and receive three years
Read MoreWhat is a radiologist? Medical doctors or doctors of osteopathic medicine who specialise in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries using medical imaging techniques like X-rays, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography and MRIs are known as radiologists. They also supervise other people who perform tests like barium enemas or CT
Read MoreWhat is a urologist? Urologists are medical doctors who specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the urinary system in men and women and disorders of the male reproductive system. Urologists can specialise in an array of disorders and diseases such as diseases affecting the bladder, urethra, ureters, kidneys and adrenal glands, along
Read MoreWhat is an eye doctor? The term ‘eye doctor’ is an umbrella term that includes optometrists and ophthalmologists in its definition. Ophthalmologists provide total eye care. They are physicians with a medical degree. The services they give include vision services, eye exams, and medical eye care for conditions such as glaucoma, iritis and chemical burns,
Read MoreWhy a pediatrician in your own language? A children’s doctor, or pediatrician, is a medical practitioner who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of ailments and infants in young children. An english speaking pediatrician can be very important for children when your’re traveling or living abroad. Many children’s doctors focus on common injuries and diseases
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