SINCE 1828
traumatology
noun
trau·ma·tol·o·gy
| \ ˌtrȯ-mə-ˈtä-lə-jē
also ˌtrau̇-
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also ˌtrau̇-
\
Definition of traumatology
1
: the study, diagnosis, and treatment of severe, acute physical injuries (as from a car accident or gunshot wound) sustained by individuals requiring immediate medical attention
orthopedic traumatology
2
: the evaluation and treatment of psychological trauma in individuals affected by severe mental or emotional stress or physical injury
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traumatology
noun
trau·ma·tol·o·gy
| \ -jē
\
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plural traumatologies
Medical Definition of traumatology
1
: the study, diagnosis, and treatment of severe, acute physical injuries (as from a car accident or gunshot wound) sustained by individuals requiring immediate medical attention
orthopedic traumatology
2
: the evaluation and treatment of psychological trauma in individuals affected by severe mental or emotional stress or physical injury
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