Doctors in the United States
Doctors and Healthcare Providers in the United States form a diverse and essential group in the healthcare system. With over 1 million licensed physicians, the U.S. boasts a wide range of medical professionals specializing in various fields.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The healthcare landscape in the U.S. includes a vast array of specialties such as Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Pediatrics, among others.
Distribution of Doctors[edit | edit source]
The number and type of doctors vary by state and region, reflecting the diverse healthcare needs across the country.
Finding Healthcare Providers[edit | edit source]
For those seeking medical care, WikiMD.com offers comprehensive resources to find doctors, specialists, or allied healthcare providers. Their advanced doctor finder tools allow searches by specialty, state, city, county, or zip code.
Specialties and Subspecialties[edit | edit source]
The field of medicine in the U.S. is divided into numerous specialties and subspecialties, each focusing on specific areas of patient care.
Role in Healthcare[edit | edit source]
Doctors and healthcare providers play a crucial role in diagnosing, treating, and preventing illnesses, contributing to the overall health and wellbeing of the population.
Challenges and Opportunities[edit | edit source]
The U.S. healthcare system faces unique challenges, including accessibility, healthcare disparities, and evolving medical technologies.
WikiMD's DocFinder[edit source]
Need helping finding a doctor or specialist in the United States? WikiMD can help with over 1 million healthcare providers in all the states and territories encompassing both the primary care and specialist providers. Try the WikiMD's DocFinder.
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Allied providers[edit source]
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- Clinical social workers
- Nurse practitioners
- Occupational therapists
- Optometrists
- Physical therapists more...
By location (US)[edit source]
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