MD is the abbreviation for which medical degree?

MD is the abbreviation for which medical degree?

• A. Doctor of Medicine
• B. Doctor of Osteopathy
• C. Doctor of Dental Surgery
• D. Physician's Desk Reference

Answer: (A)

MD stands for Doctor of Medicine, the degree awarded by medical schools in allopathic medicine and the common credential for physicians who complete medical training and licensing in many countries, especially the United States. The Doctor of Osteopathy is a different degree (DO) with its own training and philosophy, though DOs are licensed physicians. The Doctor of Dental Surgery is a dental degree (DDS), not a medical doctor. The Physician's Desk Reference is a reference book, not a degree. So the abbreviation MD specifically identifies Doctor of Medicine.

MD stands for Doctor of Medicine, the degree awarded by medical schools in allopathic medicine and the common credential for physicians who complete medical training and licensing in many countries, especially the United States. The Doctor of Osteopathy is a different degree (DO) with its own training and philosophy, though DOs are licensed physicians. The Doctor of Dental Surgery is a dental degree (DDS), not a medical doctor. The Physician's Desk Reference is a reference book, not a degree. So the abbreviation MD specifically identifies Doctor of Medicine.