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A provider with M.D. after their name is a medical doctor who has completed four years of medical school and 3–7 years in residency depending on their specialty. They are an expert in their field and can diagnose and prescribe medication. Our Carbon Health doctors specialties range from emergency medicine, family medicine, and internal medicine, to pediatrics.
NP — Nurse Practitioner
A Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who has additional responsibilities for administering patient care than a registered nurse. They have completed nursing school and earned their master’s degree and can diagnose and treat diseases and prescribe medications.
While an NP’s responsibilities vary from state to state and to each individual’s specializations, most NPs can perform physical evaluations; and order or perform diagnostic tests and initiate treatment plans. They can also help patients develop an individualized treatment plan, and maintain detailed records.
PA — Physician Assistant
A Physician Assistant (PA) is a Master’s prepared individual who works interdependently with physicians. They tend to have a more generalized education and can assess, diagnose, and treat patients under the supervision of the physician.
Psychiatrist
Psychiatrists are medical doctors who have attended medical school and completed their residency. They can prescribe medications to their patients for mental health-related issues.
PsyD — Clinical Psychologist or Doctor of Psychology
A clinical psychologist works with patients to address emotional and mental health issues. They cannot prescribe medicine.
RN — Registered Nurse
A registered nurse has graduated from nursing school. They help handle any preparation with a patient as well as follow-ups concerning abnormal test results, MRIs, and X-rays. They can also take your vitals, administer medications, and write patient care plans.
LVN/LPN — Licensed Vocational Nurse & Licenced Practical Nurse
LVN and LPNs work under RNs and doctors. The difference in which name they use depends on what state they are practicing in. Their primary duty is to provide routine care, assist the doctors and nurses, and talk with patients about their medication, care, and answer any questions they might have.
MA — Medical Assistant
Medical assistants help support the doctors and nurses in the clinic by taking a patient’s vital signs, medical histories, performing diagnostic testing, and administering medications. They also help with administrative duties like scheduling appointments and billing.
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