Neonatologist
ProvidersPediatrician specializing in care of newborns, especially premature or critically ill infants. Works in neonatal intensive care units (NICU). Manages respiratory distress, infections, congenital abnormalities, feeding problems. Requires pediatrics training plus neonatal-perinatal medicine fellowship. On-call for high-risk deliveries.
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Allergist
Physician specializing in diagnosing and treating allergies and immune system disorders. Treats allergic rhinitis, asthma, food allergies, drug allergies, eczema, anaphylaxis. Performs allergy testing, administers immunotherapy (allergy shots). Often called allergist-immunologist. Requires internal medicine or pediatrics training plus allergy fellowship.
Cardiologist
Physician specializing in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel diseases. Treats conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, heart valve disease. Performs procedures like echocardiograms, stress tests, cardiac catheterizations. May require referral from primary care.
Chiropractor
Healthcare professional focusing on neuromuscular disorders, primarily through manual adjustment or manipulation of spine. Treats back pain, neck pain, headaches, joint problems. Requires doctoral degree (DC). Uses hands-on treatments, exercise, lifestyle counseling. Coverage varies by insurance plan.
Clinical Psychologist
Mental health professional with doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) providing psychotherapy and psychological testing. Treats depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, behavioral problems. Cannot prescribe medications (except in few states with additional training). Focuses on talk therapy and behavioral interventions.
Dermatologist
Physician specializing in skin, hair, nail disorders. Treats acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer, rashes, hair loss. Performs skin biopsies, excisions, cosmetic procedures. Important for skin cancer screening and chronic skin conditions. May require referral depending on insurance.
Dietitian
Food and nutrition expert with bachelor's or master's degree helping people make healthy dietary choices. Provides medical nutrition therapy for diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease, weight management, eating disorders. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is credentialed professional. May require referral.
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