Internal Medicine Doctor
Dr. Robert J. Breckenridge is an Internal Medicine Doctor in Enid, OK
with special training and skill in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of adults across the spectrum from health to complex illness. Internists specialize in puzzling medical problems and in the ongoing care of chronic illnesses. Internists also specialize in preventing disease by promoting health, and are trained to manage multisystem disease conditions that single-organ-disease specialists may not be trained to address.
As an Internal Medicine Doctor, Robert J. Breckenridge, DO performs
assessment, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment therapies for diseases and disorders in adult patients. Internal Medicine is
a medical specialty focused on study, prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of short and long term multi-organ conditions. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Internal Medicine Doctors include cold and flu, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and chronic lung disease. Internists generally act as personal physicians and often develop long-term relationships with their patients.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Internal Medicine Doctors
include medical history reviews, physical exams, blood tests, scans, and other diagnostic tests, as well as specialist referrals. Internists may choose to practice only in the hospital, only in an outpatient clinic, or in both.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Internal Medicine Doctors in Enid, OK
Clinical Pathologist / Laboratory Medicine Pathologist
Dr. Robert J. Breckenridge is a Clinical Pathologist / Laboratory Medicine Pathologist in Enid, OK
with special training and skill in chemistry, microbiology, and immunology.
As a Clinical Pathologist / Laboratory Medicine Pathologist, Robert J. Breckenridge, DO performs
diagnostic tests on bodily fluids and tissue samples. Clinical Pathology / Laboratory Medicine is
the use of laboratory tests to treat and prevent disease. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Clinical Pathologists / Laboratory Medicine Pathologists include infections, diabetes, and cancer.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical Pathologists / Laboratory Medicine Pathologists
include blood test, urine tests, and bone marrow biopsies.
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
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Neuromuscular Doctor
A physician who specializes in neuromuscular medicine possesses specialized knowledge in the science, clinical evaluation and management of these disorders. This encompasses the knowledge of the pathology, diagnosis and treatment of these disorders at a level that is significantly beyond the training and knowledge expected of a general neurologist, child neurologist or physiatrist.
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Physical Pain Management Doctor
Dr. Robert J. Breckenridge is a Physical Pain Management Doctor in Enid, OK
with special training and skill in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating many different types of pain.
As a Physical Pain Management Doctor, Robert J. Breckenridge, DO performs
medical diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of physical pain disorders. Physical Pain Management Medicine is
a medical specialty that deals with the origins of pain in most parts of the body and reducing or relieving painful symptoms. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Physical Pain Management Doctors include neuropathy, arthritis, nerve dysfunction, chronic fatigue syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, endometriosis, spinal and skeletal disorders, migraines and chronic headaches, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis (MS), painful conditions of the back, hip, neck, and knees, and pain related to traumatic injury.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Physical Pain Management Doctors
include x-ray, CT, and MRI imaging diagnostics, pain medication prescription, surgical recommendation, physical pain assessment, prolotherapy, electrical stimulation, nerve block injections, anti-inflammatory injections, therapeutic joint and spine manipulation, acupuncture, massage therapy, and patient education.
A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Physical Pain Management Doctors in Enid, OK
Clinical & Laboratory Immunologist - Internal Medicine
Dr. Robert J. Breckenridge is a Clinical & Laboratory Immunologist - Internal Medicine in Enid, OK
with special training and skill in assessing the nature and severity of immune system disorders in order to formulate treatment and prevention protocols.
As a Clinical & Laboratory Immunologist - Internal Medicine, Robert J. Breckenridge, DO performs
diagnostic tests to identify immune system dysfunction. Clinical & Laboratory Immunology - Internal Medicine is
the diagnosis of immune system disorders in adults. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Clinical & Laboratory Immunologists - Internal Medicine include allergies, autoimmune disorders like type 1 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis, as well as cancer.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical & Laboratory Immunologists - Internal Medicine
include skin tests and blood tests.
An internal medicine physician who specializes in clinical and laboratory immunology disease management.
Clinical Laboratory Immunologists Internal Medicine in Enid, OK
Endocrinologist / Diabetes & Metabolism Doctor
Dr. Robert J. Breckenridge is an Endocrinologist / Diabetes & Metabolism Doctor in Enid, OK
with special training and skill in maintaining and treating the endocrine system (the network of glands and hormones that regulates human metabolism, growth, musculature, and sexual and reproductive function).
As an Endocrinologist / Diabetes & Metabolism Doctor, Robert J. Breckenridge, DO performs
diagnostic and treatment procedures to identify and treat hormonal metabolic dysfunctions. Endocrinology / Diabetes & Metabolism Medicine is
the study, diagnosis, and treatment of endocrine and metabolic dysfunctions to achieve patients' healthy hormone balance. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Endocrinologist / Diabetes & Metabolism Doctors include hormone imbalance, hypo and hyperthyroidism, thyroiditis, goiters, diabetes, pituitary gland tumors, osteoporosis, lipid disorders, hypogonadism, and Cushing's syndrome.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Endocrinologist / Diabetes & Metabolism Doctors
include blood, saliva, and urine hormone level testing, insulin management, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, CT scans, thyroid biopsies, and endocrine tumor radiation or surgery.
An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
Endocrinologist Diabetes Metabolism Doctors in Enid, OK
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, Sports Medicine Doctor
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Sports Medicine Doctors in Enid, OK
Acupuncturist
Dr. Robert J. Breckenridge is an Acupuncturist in Enid, OK
with special training and skill in treating symptoms of physical and mental health disorders.
As an Acupuncturist, Robert J. Breckenridge, DO performs
treatment of chronic pain, emotional disturbances, and pain resulting from acute injury or illness. Acupuncture is
a traditional Chinese medicine treatment that involves inserting needles into a patient's skin at key neurological points to promote rapid symptom relief. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Acupuncturists include migraine, arthritis, anxiety, high blood pressure, nausea, dental pain, depression, allergies, and chronic pain in the joints, bones, and muscles.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Acupuncturists
include auricular acupuncture, electroacupuncture, and acupressure, as well as procedures that use acupuncture principles, such as like moxibustion and cupping.
An acupuncturist is a person who performs ancient therapy for alleviation of pain, anesthesia and treatment of some diseases. Acupuncturists use long, fine needles inserted into specific points in order to treat painful conditions or produce anesthesia.
Acupuncturists in Enid, OK
Primary Care Doctor
Primary Care Doctors in Enid, OK