A doctor who has the initials D.O. after his or her name is a Doctor of ________

A) Obstetrics
B) Osteopathy
C) Oncology
D) Ophthalmology


B
Explanation: A) There is no abbreviation for a doctor of obstetrics.
B) Correct!
C) There is no abbreviation for a doctor who specializes in oncology.
D) O.D. stands for "Doctor of Optometry."

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