Doctors Report Widespread Specialization

Wide array of fields chosen by medical and non-medical professionals alike.

A broad range of specializations are being reported, from Allergy and Immunology to Urology, with “I’m not a medical professional” also ranking high. The diverse choices reflect the evolving landscape of healthcare and related fields.

Diverse Fields of Expertise

A comprehensive list details numerous medical specialties. Among them are Allergy and Immunology, Anatomy, Anesthesiology, and Biostatistics. Also represented are Cardiac/Thoracic/Vascular Surgery, Cardiology, Critical Care, and Dentistry.

Other key fields include Dermatology, Diabetes and Endocrinology, and Emergency Medicine. Additionally, Epidemiology and Public Health, Family Medicine, Forensic Medicine, and Gastroenterology are listed. General Practice, Genetics, Geriatrics, and Health Policy are also noted.

Furthermore, Hematology, HIV/AIDS, Hospital-based Medicine, and Infectious Disease are included. Integrative/Complementary Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine-Pediatrics are also listed, highlighting the diverse expertise in healthcare.

Medical Education and Simulation, Medical Physics, and Medical Student specialties are represented. Nephrology, Neurological Surgery, Neurology, and Nuclear Medicine are also noted. Nutrition, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Occupational Health are other areas of focus.

Oncology, Ophthalmology, Optometry, and Oral Medicine are listed, showcasing the breadth of medical disciplines. Orthopaedics, Osteopathic Medicine, Otolaryngology, and Pain Management are also included. Palliative Care and Pathology round out another segment of specialized fields.

Pediatrics, Pediatric Surgery, Pharmacology, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation are also represented. Additional areas of expertise include Plastic Surgery, Podiatry, Preventive Medicine, and Psychiatry.

Psychology, Pulmonology, Radiation Oncology, and Radiology are noted in the extensive listing. Rheumatology, Substance Use and Addiction, Surgery, and Therapeutics complete another section. Trauma and Urology are also listed, showcasing a wide array of choices.

Approximately 3.2 million healthcare practitioners and technical workers are employed in the U.S. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).

Non-Medical Professionals

The option I’m not a medical professional is also available. This option is available for those in supporting roles or with a general interest in healthcare.

Finally, Miscellaneous is listed, capturing any areas of expertise not covered by the specific fields mentioned above.