Public Health and General Preventive Medicine 2083P0901X
Public Health and General Preventive Medicine: This is a medical health specialty that deals with the medical aspects of public health practice. It is described as the art and science of improving community health through organized efforts within a society as a whole. There are numerous health professionals and organizations that are needed to be successful in this area.
Taxonomy Code: 2083P0901X
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians | Preventive Medicine | Public Health and General Preventive Medicine
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians: Allopathic physicians are general doctors (Medical Doctor or MD), whereas osteopathic physicians (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or DO) deal specifically with Osteopathy, targeting in healing the body with minimal use of medicine with an emphasis focusing on preventative care. Both types are fully licensed physicians, educated in diagnosing, as well as offering treatment for various illnesses and disorders.
Preventive Medicine: This kind of medicine focuses on specific measures taken to prevent diseases, rather than waiting and trying to cure or treat them. Most General Physicians are focused on preventative medicine. The idea is taking basic precautions to avoid developing a condition that needs treatment.