Stream: Science | HW024 | NCS: 2223.0100′
A Homeopathic Doctor uses natural medicine to treat diseases. The principal belief of this treatment is: what a substance is capable of causing, it is also capable of curing. A homeopathic doctor might use a natural substance but in small quantities through the principles of homeopathy.
Stream: Science | HW025 | NCS: 2264.0400′
A Massage Therapist is a trained individual who is licensed or certified to provide massage. He or she therapeutically manipulates the muscles and other soft tissues of the body using one or both hands or an instrument.
Stream: Science | HW027 | NCS: N/A
Acupuncture is a holistic treatment based on traditional and ancient Chinese medicine and practices. Acupuncturists use needles to stimulate points on the body that are connected to energy channels, or meridians. It involves inserting very thin, sterile needles through the skin at strategic points on the body. This is believed to restore balance and promote healing.
Stream: Science | HW029 | NCS: N/A
An Oncologist or a cancer specialist is a doctor who treats cancer. The field of oncology has three major areas based on treatments — medical, radiation, and surgical oncology.
Stream: Science | HW015 | NCS: 2266.0100′
Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologist are professionals who treat people with difficulty in speaking or some form of speech disorders. The therapist performs different activities to improve communication, strengthen oral muscles, reading, pronunciation and so on. Speech therapy is needed for childhood speech disorders or speech impairments in adults caused by an injury or illness, such as stroke or brain injury.
Stream: Science | HW017 | NCS: 2261.0100′
Dentist is a specialist trained to look after the oral health of human beings. They help patients keep their teeth, gums, and mouth healthy.
Stream: Science | HW016 | NCS: 2634.01′
Psychological Counsellors help people deal with problems and make difficult decisions in various aspects of their lives. It requires a deep understanding of personality, cognition (how we think and make decisions), and communication. They work with clients of all ages. They may focus on behavioral/emotional problems in children and families, education, work and career issues, old age concerns, or improving productivity and personnel performance in organizations.
Stream: Science | HW014 | NCS: 2264.0200′
Occupational Therapists work with people of all ages and communities to enhance their ability to engage in every-day tasks. Occupational therapy differs from physical therapy or nursing in its focus on providing holistic therapy to the patient, rather than treating a particular injury, ailment, or physical disability.
Stream: Science | HW018 | NCS: 3254.0100′
Optometrists are healthcare professionals who examine eyes for vision problems and other issues. They can provide prescription for glasses and lenses. They are not medical doctors but can prescribe medications for eye related issues. Optometrists generally refer patients to opthalmologists in serious cases.
Stream: Science | HW012 | NCS: 2269.0500′
An Orthotist/Prosthetist caters to those people who are in pain or have difficulty moving. They specialize in the assessment, prescription, design, fabrication and fitting of orthotic or prosthetic devices to their patients.