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Medical Toxicology (Emergency Medicine) Physician

Allopathic & Osteopathic PhysiciansEmergency MedicineMedical Toxicology
525 providers nationally207PT0002X

Definition

Medical toxicologists are physicians who specialize in the prevention, evaluation, treatment and monitoring of injury and illness from exposures to drugs and chemicals, as well as biological and radiological agents. Medical toxicologists care for people in clinical, academic, governmental and public health settings, and provide poison control center leadership. Important areas of medical toxicology include acute drug poisoning, adverse drug events, drug abuse, addiction and withdrawal, chemicals and hazardous materials, terrorism preparedness, venomous bites and stings and environmental and workplace exposures.

Quick Facts

Taxonomy Code
207PT0002X
Grouping
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Emergency Medicine
Specialization
Medical Toxicology
National Providers
525
Conditions Treated
0

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