*Some links on this page are located on the A&I Resources page.

Introduction

Pre-test – test your familiarity with these terms

Disciplines listed alphabetically with subjects – includes pronunciations

Subjects listed alphabetically with disciplines – reverse index

The “Amazing –ology Finder” – a look-it-up quick, interactive finder for disciplines & definitions

Dictionaries in the VM Library

            Veterinary medical dictionaries

            Medical dictionaries

            Online medical dictionaries

Post-test – Assess your competency

Introduction

-ology, a suffix derived from the Greek logos, meaning the "study of" or the “specialty in” a given scientific or medical field

An important hallmark of a medical professional is his/her correct use and pronunciation of medical terminology.  This web page will introduce you to the definitions and pronunciation of several fields or disciplines you may encounter in your veterinary medical career.