Medicine that replaces or regenerates human cells, tissue or organs, to restore or establish normal function.

(informal) traditional Chinese medicine

orphan drug

Any system of treatment of physical ailments, or substances prescribed for such treatment, purported to be medical or supported by critical medical science but which cannot be shown to be effective

(historical) A decorated leather shield used by many North American native warriors, believed to protect its owner with its magic power.

(medicine) The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of trauma, injuries and other sudden illnesses

The medical specialty that employs computer-aided analysis of the relationships between an individual's genes, cells, organ systems, other organisms, and their environments to provide greater appreciation of the complex behaviors seen in both health and disease and more personalized approaches to the treatment of illness and enhancement of well-being.

plural of medicine wheel

A symbol of indigenous North American culture and religion. / A stone monument related to this symbol, constructed by laying stones in a particular pattern on the ground oriented to the four directions.

plural of medicine woman