Immunopathology 207ZI0100X
Immunopathology: This area of medicine handles the immune responses attached to disease. This is inclusive of the study of the pathology of an organ, disease or organ system with attention to the immunity implications. Immunopathology is specialty off of Clinical Pathology.
Taxonomy Code: 207ZI0100X
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians | Pathology | Immunopathology
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.
Pathology: This is simply the study and diagnosis of disease. A Pathologist can be either a MD or DO. In general, Pathology is a complex scientific field that seeks to understand the mechanisms of injury to tissues and cells, along with the body's means of recognizing and repairing injuries.