Overview
Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine diagnose and treat diseases and physiological or psychiatric disorders and act as consultants to other physicians. Specialists in laboratory medicine study the nature, cause and development of diseases in humans. Specialists in clinical medicine usually work in private practice or in a hospital while those in laboratory medicine usually work in hospitals. Residents in training to become specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine are included in this unit group.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Anesthesiologists
Administer anesthetics prior to, during, or after surgery or other medical procedures.
Internists, general
Diagnose and provide non-surgical treatment of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. Provide care mainly for adults who have a wide range of problems associated with the internal organs.
Pediatricians, general
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent children's diseases and injuries.
Psychiatrists
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent disorders of the mind.
Allergists and immunologists
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent allergic diseases and disease processes affecting the immune system.
Hospitalists
Provide inpatient care predominantly in settings such as medical wards, intensive care units, rehabilitation centers, or emergency rooms. Manage and coordinate patient care throughout treatment.
Neurologists
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and disorders of the nervous system involving the brain and spinal cord and other nerve and muscular conditions.
Nuclear medicine physicians
Diagnose and treat diseases using radioactive materials. May monitor radionuclide preparation, administration, and disposition.
Dermatologists
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases or other conditions of the skin.
Physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians
Diagnose and treat disorders requiring physiotherapy to provide physical, mental, and occupational rehabilitation.
Preventive medicine physicians
Apply knowledge of general preventive medicine and public health issues to promote health care to groups or individuals, and aid in the prevention or reduction of risk of disease, injury, disability, or death. May diagnose and treat patients in the context of clinical health promotion and disease prevention.
Radiologists
Examine and diagnose disorders and diseases using x-rays and radioactive materials. May treat patients.
Other specialists in clinical medicine
Diagnose and treat diseases and physiological or psychiatric disorders. Order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures. Prescribe medication and treatment and refer patients for surgery. Act as consultants to other physicians. May conduct medical research.
Specialists in laboratory medicine, including pathologists
Diagnose presence and stage of diseases using laboratory techniques and patient specimens. Study the nature, cause and development of diseases in humans and the structural and functional changes caused by diseases. Act as consultants to other physicians. May perform autopsies.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
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$289,998
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Education and training
Employment requirements
Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
A bachelor's degree is usually required.
Graduation from an approved medical school and specific specialty training are required.
Completion of the certifying examinations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and licensing by the provincial or territorial licensing authority are required.
Specialists in clinical medicine
Additional information
Progression to management positions, such as director of laboratory medicine is possible with experience.
Certification requirements
Mandatory: You need the following certifications to practice as Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine in B.C.
- Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia - Specialists
- Completion of the certifying examinations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - Specialists
Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia - Specialists
Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.
To practice as a clinical specialist in B.C., you must register with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved by graduating from an accredited medical school, writing the Medical Council of Canada qualifying exams, and completing a residency program.
Completion of the certifying examinations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - Specialists
Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.
To practice as a specialist in clinical and laboratory medicine, you must complete the certifying examinations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Eligibility is achieved through successful completion of a recognized program and the certifying examinations.
Work Experience
Work experience required
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