Medical Terminology (BIO 110) – 100+ Word Parts & Specialties – Prefixes, Roots, Suffixes, Medical Fields

This document presents over 100 essential terms in medical terminology, organized into categories of prefixes, suffixes, root words, and medical specialties. It offers clear definitions for word parts like brady (slow), hemi (half), myo (muscle), itis (inflammation), and megaly (enlargement). In addition, it introduces medical disciplines and corresponding specialists such as Cardiology/Cardiologist, Neurology/Neurologist, Dermatology/Dermatologist, and Pediatrics/Pediatrician. The content is suitable for students taking BIO 110 – Introduction to Medical Terminology, and serves as a valuable learning aid for those pursuing careers in nursing, health sciences, medical assisting, public health, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and allied health programs. It helps students not only master the language of medicine but also understand the roles of various medical specialists and fields of care. This resource supports both beginner and intermediate learners, especially those preparing for exams or clinical coursework requiring fluency in terminology and recognition of medical fields and procedures. Keywords: medical terminology, BIO 110, prefixes, suffixes, root words, medical specialties, healthcare terms, nursing, anatomy, physiology, clinical terms, exam prep, health science, medical professions, medical word parts