General practice (family medicine) is the frontline of healthcare — a doctor trained to recognise, treat or refer almost any adult or child health issue, from infections and chronic-disease screening to minor injuries. It's usually the first stop before seeing a specialist, and often the doctor who coordinates care across specialists over time.
Cardiology diagnoses and treats diseases of the heart and blood vessels — hypertension, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, heart failure and valve disorders. Cardiologists diagnose using ECG, echocardiography and angiography, and treat through medication, lifestyle management and procedures like angioplasty, often alongside cardiothoracic surgeons for surgical cases.
Dermatology treats conditions of the skin, hair and nails — acne, eczema, psoriasis, fungal and bacterial infections, pigmentation disorders, hair loss and skin cancers. Dermatologists also perform cosmetic procedures like laser treatment, chemical peels and PRP therapy.
Endocrinology and diabetology treat disorders of the body's hormone-producing glands — diabetes, thyroid disorders, PCOS, obesity, and adrenal or pituitary conditions. Because these conditions are chronic, treatment centres on long-term monitoring, medication titration and lifestyle management rather than a single cure.
Gastroenterology and hepatology treat disorders of the digestive system and liver — acid reflux, ulcers, IBS, inflammatory bowel disease, gallstones, hepatitis and liver disease. Diagnosis often relies on endoscopy and imaging, and many conditions are managed long-term through medication and diet.
Nephrology treats disorders of the kidneys — chronic kidney disease, kidney stones, glomerulonephritis and electrolyte disorders — and manages patients who need dialysis or a kidney transplant. Because kidney function loss is often gradual and silent, nephrologists focus heavily on early detection and slowing disease progression.
Neurology diagnoses and treats disorders of the brain, spinal cord and nerves — stroke, epilepsy, migraine, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis and nerve disorders. Diagnosis typically combines a detailed clinical history with imaging (MRI/CT) and nerve tests like EEG or NCV.
Pulmonology and respiratory medicine treat disorders of the lungs and airways — asthma, COPD, tuberculosis, pneumonia, sleep apnea and chronic cough. Pulmonologists use lung-function tests (spirometry) and imaging to diagnose, and treat through medication, inhaler therapy and, for sleep disorders, sleep studies.
Rheumatology treats autoimmune and inflammatory conditions affecting the joints, muscles and connective tissue — rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout and ankylosing spondylitis. Because these conditions often flare and remit, care centres on long-term disease-modifying medication and monitoring rather than a single treatment.
Medical oncology treats cancer using chemotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy, usually alongside surgical oncologists and radiologists as part of a multi-specialist care team. Oncologists guide patients through diagnosis, staging, treatment planning and long-term follow-up.
Hematology treats disorders of the blood — anemia, clotting disorders, and blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. Diagnosis relies heavily on blood tests and, for some conditions, bone marrow examination, with treatment ranging from iron or vitamin supplementation to chemotherapy for blood cancers.
Infectious disease specialists diagnose and treat infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites — including complex or prolonged fevers, tuberculosis, and infections that don't respond to standard treatment. They're often consulted for unusual or persistent infections a general physician can't resolve.
Geriatric medicine focuses on the health needs of older adults, who often manage multiple chronic conditions and medications at once. Geriatricians focus on coordinating care across conditions, preventing falls, managing cognitive decline, and reviewing medications that may interact or accumulate side effects.
Allergy and immunology treats allergic and immune conditions — food and skin allergies, allergy-triggered asthma, chronic sinusitis and immunodeficiency disorders. Specialists identify triggers through allergy testing and treat through avoidance, medication, or long-term immunotherapy (allergy shots).
Nutrition and dietetics addresses health through diet — weight management, diabetic and renal diets, PCOS-related nutrition, and sports nutrition. Dietitians design personalised eating plans and follow up over weeks or months, since sustainable results depend on adherence, not a single consultation.
Anything specialty-specific that is not listed above: tell us what you need and we will say honestly whether it exists. Voice notes that draft a visit for the doctor to review are described on the voice notes page.
Questions from clinics in this family
Does Klintro work for medical specialties clinics?
Every Klintro clinic gets appointments, patient records, billing, reminders, reviews and a clinic website. Each specialty in this family has its own page that describes the challenges of that kind of practice and what Klintro does about them.
Do I need a different product for my specialty?
No. Every specialty uses the same Klintro tools. If you need something specific to your specialty, tell us and we will say plainly whether it exists.
Can patients book online?
Yes, on your clinic website. See online booking. There is no commission on appointment bookings.
