Choose from among 50+ websites from medical and dental associations for specialties such as cardiology, dermatology and orthopedics that offer patient/public education. Deep links are included for easy navigation and direct access to special features.
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Anesthesiology
American Society of Anesthesiologists
Made for This Moment
Information about anesthesia in general and for specific types of procedures, along with information on management of pain from surgery, injury, labor or chronic conditions
ASAHQ.org
Audiology
American Academy of Audiology
Consumers and Patients
Information on hearing loss prevention starting in childhood; age-related hearing loss; and FAQs for OTC Hearing Aids
Audiology.org
Cardiology
American College of Cardiology
Cardiosmart.org
Information on a long list of cardiac topics; decision aids for cardiac treatment options in English and Spanish; and many tools, including worksheets to create action plans for specific conditions and for heart healthy living, as well as a tool for finding a hospital that performs specific procedures and also participates in certain cardiac quality initiatives
Society of Thoracic Surgeons
PublicReporting.sts.org
Surgical outcomes listed by hospital or by surgical group for adult cardiac surgery, congenital heart surgery and general thoracic (chest) surgery; also individualized risk calculators for specific thoracic and cardiac procedures
STS.org
Dentistry
American Academy of Periodontology
Perio.org
Information on gum disease and periodontal procedures, including surgical and non-surgical procedures, dental implants and cosmetic procedures
American Academy of Prosthodontists
GoToAPro.org
Information about the restoration of missing teeth and jaw structures, including conditions/symptoms, treating options, and before and after photos of dentures, restorations and implants
American Dental Association
MouthHealthy.org
Topics A-Z, dental care, resources such as kids’ activities and brushing calendars, and dental health by life stage
Dermatology
American Academy of Dermatology
For Patients and Public
Information about diseases and conditions that affect the hair, skin and nails; care of the hair, skin and nails; and options for treatment, including cosmetic treatments and a searchable gallery of videos
AAD.org
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
ASDS.net
Information on skin care by age and season; skin cancer and dozens of other conditions including cosmetic concerns; and risks and benefits of a wide range of treatment options
Emergency Medicine
American College of Emergency Physicians
EmergencyPhysicians.org
Information on a wide range of emergency conditions in English and Spanish; how to childproof a house; when to go for emergency help; what to do before help arrives; what to do before, during and after a natural disaster
Endocrinology
American Association of Clinical Endocrinology
AACE.com
Information about specific endocrine conditions including detailed road maps for diabetes technology, obesity and thyroid disease; a diabetes emergency kit checklist
American Thyroid Association
Patients
Patient brochures in English and Spanish on a wide range of thyroid conditions and topics, support links, summaries of research studies, and a newsletter
Thyroid.org
Endocrine Society
Patient Resources
Detailed information on specific endocrine conditions and topics, including a guide to the Top 23 hormones
Hormone.org
Family Medicine
American Academy of Family Physicians
FamilyDoctor.org
Information organized by Disease/Condition; Prevention and Wellness; and Family Health (infants/toddlers, kids/teens, seniors, men, women, pregnancy); a Resource section (including immunization schedules); a Symptom Checker; and a Navigator to find local assistance for healthcare, transportation, food and more
Gastroenterology
American College of Gastroenterology
GI.org/Patients
Information on gastrointestinal health and disease, including A-Z Topics and resources in Spanish
American Gastroenterological Association
Patient.Gastro.org
Information about digestive health with A-Z Topics, including Conditions, Diet/Nutrition and Procedures
American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society
Educational Brochures | Tests and Procedures | Patient Support Groups
MotilitySociety.org
American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
For Patients
Information on GI procedures, including colonoscopy and upper endoscopy
ASGE.org
Geriatrics
American Geriatrics Society
HealthInAging.org
Information on health conditions and issues especially relevant for older adults, including an A-Z Index, interactive driver safety questionnaire, and Cultural Navigator
Hematology
American Society of Hematology
Patients
Information about blood, blood disorders, blood banking and donation, and a video documentary series
Hematology.org
Immunology
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
AAAAI.org
Information about allergy, asthma and immune deficiency disorders, including a symptom checker and a Just for Kids section
Lifestyle Medicine
Neurology
American Academy of Neurology
BrainAndLife.org
Information on neurologic conditions and brain health, including a digital magazine; a podcast; and information in Spanish
American Association of Neurological Surgeons
AANS.en.org/Patients
Information on neurosurgical conditions and treatments; prevention and detection (including stroke symptoms and sports-related head injury; and anatomy of the brain and the spine/peripheral nervous system
Obstetrics and Gynecology
American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Womens Health
Information includes Topics A-Z; FAQs and FAQs for teens, and resources in Spanish
ACOG.org
American Society for Reproductive Medicine
ReproductiveFacts.org
Information on reproductive topics including state-by-state infertility insurance laws and FAQs about infertility and IVF
Oncology
American Head and Neck Society
Patient Education
Information about prevention, screening and treatment of tumors of the mouth, throat and neck
AHNS.info
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
Cancer.org
Information from ASCO through a collaboration with the American Cancer Society
Ophthalmology and Optometry
American Academy of Ophthalmology
AAO.org/eye-health
Eye Health A-Z Index, including prevention, symptoms, diseases/conditions, treatments/surgeries, drugs, and glasses/contacts; no-cost eye exams for certain people 65+ or at risk for glaucoma; ask or browse Q&A; all available in Spanish
American Optometric Association
Healthy Eyes
Information about eye and vision conditions and vision correction, including instructions for downloading a mobile game that teaches about eye health
AOA.org
Orthodontics
American Association of Orthodontists
AAOInfo.org
Information about common orthodontic problems; treatment options for children and adults; payment and insurance; and FAQs
Orthopedics
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
OrthoInfo.org
Information about injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system; treatment; recovery; and staying healthy/avoiding injury/nutrition, with some topics available in Spanish
Otolaryngology
American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
ENTHealth.org
Information on conditions and treatments A-Z and wellness/prevention involving the ears, neck, throat, head and neck, thyroid and parathyroid, sleep and snoring, facial and plastic reconstructive surgery
Pathology
College of American Pathologists
YourPathologist.org
Information about the examination of tissues, organs, and bodily fluids or autopsies to diagnose or study disease, including information about pathology reports, autopsy services, and death certificates,
Pediatrics
American Academy of Pediatrics
HealthyChildren.org
Information by age group and by health issue, including sections on healthy living and safety and prevention; a children’s symptom checker; Ask the Pediatrician and Parent Webinars; and information in Spanish
American Pediatric Surgical Association
Patient and Parent Education
Information sheets about 60+ surgical procedures, along with information about safe pain control
PedSurgLibrary.com
Physiatry
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
About Physiatry
Information about conditions and treatments to improve physical function, mobility and quality of life, including musculoskeletal, neurological or medical conditions, including age-associated changes and many types of pain
AAPMR.org
Plastic Surgery
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
PlasticSurgery.org
Information about cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, including before and after photos, videos, and Ask a Surgeon
Podiatry
American Podiatric Medical Association
Patients and the Public
Information about treatment of the food and ankle, including Conditions (with a special focus on diabetes) and tips for foot care and footwear
APMA.org
Psychiatry
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Families/Youth
Information including A-Z Fact Sheets about mental, emotional, behavioral, neurodevelopmental and substance abuse conditions (also available in Spanish), Resource Centers that cover some types of conditions in more detail; and Parents’ Medication Guides
AACAP.org
American Psychiatric Association
Patients and Families
Information on mental, emotional and behavioral disorders, including an A-Z Index of topics with an option to search within page content, a blog and information in Spanish
Psychiatry.org
Pulmonology
American College of Chest Physicians
Foundation.chestnet.org (archived)
Previously offered Lung Health A-Z; as of 2/2025 available only through web archives
Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS)
PublicReporting.sts.org
Surgical group and/or hospital level outcomes for adult cardiac surgery, congenital heart surgery and general thoracic surgery; also individualized risk calculators for specific thoracic and cardiac procedures
STS.org
Radiation Oncology
American Society for Radiation Oncology
RTAnswers.org
Information about radiation therapy in general (What is Radiation Therapy and Treatment Types) and according to Cancer Type with brochures and videos in English and Spanish; Patient Stories; Ask a Radiation Oncologist; and Resources (including lodging, transportation, financial resources and support groups)
Radiology
American College of Radiology/ Radiological Society of North America
RadiologyInfo.org
Information about radiologic procedures organized according to Test/Treatment and Diseases/Conditions, with special sections devoted to Pediatric Care; Screening; Patient Safety; and which test, treatment or procedure is appropriate; available in Spanish
Rheumatology
American College of Rheumatology
Patient Information
Information on conditions affecting the joints, muscles and connective tissues, including A-Z indexes of diseases/conditions and treatments, all available in Spanish; and a blog
Rheumatology.org
Sleep Medicine
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
SleepEducation.org
Information in 10 languages on healthy sleep in general and for different groups (men, women, teens, etc), sleep disorders, sleep studies and tests, a sleep diary, treatment, FAQs and a sleep helpline, along with resources for parents and teachers
Transplantation
American Society of Transplantation
myast.org/Power2Save
Information about organ donation and transplantation, including an educational library, toolkits for caregivers and living donors and Find Your Voice (in English and Spanish), a tool intended for Black communities but that includes information applicable to any transplant patient
Urology
American Urological Association
UrologyHealth.org
Information about conditions of the male and female urinary tract and the male reproductive organs and how they are treated, including Urology A-Z; Healthy Living; and resources in 11 languages including Spanish
Vascular Medicine
Society for Vascular Surgery
Your Vascular Health
Information about diseases of the vascular system (veins and arteries), including A-Z Indexes of vascular conditions and co-existing conditions; testing; treatments; and healthy living
Vascular.org
Reviewed October 2025