Subspecialty
Subspecialty
A subspecialty (pronounced: suhb-SPESH-uhl-tee) is a narrow field of professional expertise within a larger specialty in medicine. The term is derived from the Latin words sub meaning "under" and specialis meaning "special".
Definition
A subspecialty is a specialized discipline or branch of medicine that focuses on a specific area of patient care, disease, or organ system. It is a field of expertise within a larger specialty in medicine. For example, cardiology is a specialty, and interventional cardiology is a subspecialty within cardiology.
Training and Certification
To become a subspecialist, a physician must first complete a residency in a primary specialty, followed by additional training in a subspecialty, known as a fellowship. After completing the fellowship, the physician can then apply for board certification in the subspecialty through a recognized medical board.
Examples of Subspecialties
There are numerous subspecialties in medicine, each with its own specific focus. Some examples include:
- Pediatric cardiology: A subspecialty of pediatrics focusing on heart conditions in children.
- Geriatric medicine: A subspecialty of internal medicine or family medicine focusing on the health and well-being of older adults.
- Neonatology: A subspecialty of pediatrics focusing on the care of newborns, particularly those who are ill or premature.
- Endocrinology: A subspecialty of internal medicine focusing on the endocrine system and its diseases.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Subspecialty
- Wikipedia's article - Subspecialty
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