Doctors Vocabulary

Essential vocabulary for medical professionals and healthcare settings. Learn key words for discussing medical procedures, diagnoses, and patient care.

What is Doctors Vocabulary?

Doctors Vocabulary covers important terms used in hospitals, clinics, and medical practice. This vocabulary helps you understand medical discussions and communicate effectively in healthcare environments.

Learning doctors vocabulary helps you:
• Describe medical procedures
• Discuss symptoms and diagnoses
• Understand patient care and treatment
• Participate in healthcare conversations

Doctors Vocabulary Words

Word	Meaning	Example
Auscultation	Listening to internal body sounds, usually with a stethoscope.	The doctor performed auscultation to check for abnormal lung sounds.
Prognosis	The likely course or outcome of a disease.	The prognosis for recovery is excellent.
Palpation	Examination by touch for medical purposes.	Palpation revealed tenderness in the abdomen.
Anaphylaxis	A severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.	Immediate treatment is required for anaphylaxis.
Etiology	The cause or origin of a disease.	The etiology of the infection was bacterial.
Remission	A decrease or disappearance of symptoms.	The patient is in remission after chemotherapy.
Biopsy	Removal of tissue for diagnostic examination.	A biopsy was performed to check for cancer cells.
Intubation	Insertion of a tube into the body, usually the airway.	Intubation was necessary to assist breathing.
Hematology	The study of blood and blood diseases.	She specializes in hematology.
Analgesic	A drug that relieves pain.	The doctor prescribed an analgesic for pain relief.
Antipyretic	A substance that reduces fever.	Paracetamol is a common antipyretic.
Prophylaxis	Action taken to prevent disease.	Vaccination is a form of prophylaxis.
Pathology	The study of disease and its effects.	Pathology reports confirmed the diagnosis.
Suture	A stitch holding together the edges of a wound.	The wound was closed with a suture.
Sepsis	A life-threatening response to infection.	Sepsis requires immediate medical attention.
Malignant	Very virulent or infectious; cancerous.	The tumor was found to be malignant.
Benign	Not harmful in effect; not cancerous.	The growth was benign and did not require surgery.
Diagnosis	Identification of the nature of an illness.	The diagnosis was confirmed by laboratory tests.
Prognostic	Relating to the prediction of the outcome of a disease.	Prognostic factors help guide treatment decisions.
Symptomatology	The study of symptoms of diseases.	Symptomatology is crucial for accurate diagnosis.
Phlebotomy	Making an incision in a vein to draw blood.	Phlebotomy is performed for blood tests.
Antiseptic	A substance that prevents infection.	The wound was cleaned with an antiseptic.
Infarction	Tissue death due to lack of blood supply.	Myocardial infarction is commonly known as a heart attack.
Palliative	Relieving pain without dealing with the cause.	Palliative care focuses on comfort.
Epidemiology	The study of how diseases spread and can be controlled.	Epidemiology helps track outbreaks.
Nosocomial	Hospital-acquired infection.	Nosocomial infections are a major concern in healthcare.
Anemia	A deficiency of red blood cells.	Iron supplements are used to treat anemia.
Anticoagulant	A substance that prevents blood clotting.	Heparin is a common anticoagulant.
Immunology	The study of the immune system.	Immunology research is advancing rapidly.
Oncology	The study and treatment of tumors.	She is an expert in oncology.
Radiology	Medical imaging to diagnose and treat diseases.	Radiology includes X-rays and MRIs.
Nephrology	The study of kidney function and diseases.	Nephrology deals with kidney disorders.
Cardiology	The study of the heart and its diseases.	Cardiology is a major medical specialty.
Dermatology	The study of skin and its diseases.	Dermatology clinics treat skin conditions.
Orthopedics	Medicine dealing with bones and muscles.	Orthopedics treats fractures and joint problems.
Gynecology	The study of female reproductive health.	Gynecology covers pregnancy and childbirth.
Pediatrics	Medicine dealing with children and their diseases.	Pediatrics focuses on child health.
Psychiatry	The study and treatment of mental illness.	Psychiatry helps patients with depression.
Anesthesia	Loss of sensation, usually induced for procedures.	Anesthesia is required for surgery.
Contagion	Transmission of disease from one person to another.	Contagion can be prevented by good hygiene.
Triage	Determining the priority of patients' treatments.	Triage is essential in emergency rooms.
Debridement	Removal of damaged tissue from a wound.	Debridement helps wounds heal faster.
Prognosticate	To predict the likely outcome of a disease.	Doctors prognosticate based on test results.
Iatrogenic	A condition caused by medical treatment.	Iatrogenic complications can occur after surgery.
Morbidity	The rate of disease in a population.	Morbidity rates are tracked by health agencies.
Convalescence	Gradual recovery of health after illness.	Convalescence may take several weeks.