DERMATOLOGIST Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

dermatologist

noun

Definition of dermatologist

as in doctor

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Recent Examples of dermatologist Wall said a patchy beard or sideburn loss could be a sign of a scarring hair disorder, and added anyone with sudden, patchy, inflamed or scar-like loss of beard hair should consider seeing a dermatologist. — Gavin Escott, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026 But even this dermatologist-favorite ingredient can benefit from having a good sidekick. — Kelsey Stewart, Allure, 18 Aug. 2026 Dallas dermatologist Elizabeth Bahar Houshmand, MD, told New Beauty to sleep on your back on a fresh silk or satin pillowcase. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Aug. 2026 Dallas dermatologist Elizabeth Bahar Houshmand recommends sleeping on your back on a fresh silk or satin pillowcase. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 17 Aug. 2026 My dermatologist recently told me that neck skin is much different from facial skin, which is why there are so many products dedicated to this particular area. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026 Not a dermatologist, did not go to med school, but yes, sunscreen enthusiast. — Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 6 Aug. 2026 Patchy or persistent loss is a different problem and warrants evaluation by a dermatologist. — Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Link up with your dermatologist, who can prescribe stronger antiperspirants, wipes and topical medications to tackle sweat. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 3 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for dermatologist

Noun

A lot of great people — doctors, nurses, administration — who really, really cared.

— Madeleine Wright, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Merck and Moderna’s success with a personalized cancer vaccine designed to keep melanoma at bay opens a new avenue of treatment that doctors hope will work against many types of tumors.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of doctor

Noun

Ossoff is married to Alisha Kramer, an obstetrician-gynecologist and assistant professor at the Emory University School of Medicine.

— Irene Wright, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
An Army gynecologist charged with secretly video recording patients during exams pleaded not guilty Wednesday.

— Mosheh Gains, NBC news, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of gynecologist

Noun

Responding to calls for improved nutrition education for physicians, these stores could partner with city hospitals to provide continuing education to clinicians.

— Marian Flaxman, New York Daily News, 23 Aug. 2026
Dr Jacqueline Brady is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine and is the team physician for the Thorns and Fire.

— Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of physician

Noun

But no state law can undo the psychological damage of a president telling millions of parents, days before the first bell, that their pediatrician’s recommendations are dangerous.

— Chuka Onuh, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
Alex Hartman is a pediatrician, a father, and the director of pediatrics at Yehowa Medical Services in Los Angeles.

— Alex Hartman, STAT, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of pediatrician

Noun

Vionic’s Uptown Loafers are a great example, praised by Oprah and podiatrists for their shock-absorbing cushioning, deep heel cup, and contoured arch support that make activities like sightseeing or museum hopping easy (and fashionable).

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2026
New Balance sneakers are the ultimate staple—they’re timeless, podiatrist-approved, and so comfy.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of podiatrist

Noun

There are no tests that can definitively confirm a diagnosis of PD, but your neurologist might order some tests.

— Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2026
Look for a primary vet who understands special needs pets, and consider having a veterinary neurologist or other specialist available for guidance.

— Pat Mueller, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of neurologist

Noun

Jeffrey Millstein is an internist and regional medical director for primary and specialty care at Penn Medicine.

— Jeffrey Millstein, STAT, 11 Aug. 2026
Cara developed new symptoms over the course of the summer, including unexplained vomiting, and so her parents took her to see an internist in August.

— Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026

Definition of internist

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