internists

noun

plural of internist
as in physicians

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  1. physicians
  2. pediatricians
  3. doctors
  4. obstetricians
  5. ophthalmologists
  6. pathologists
  7. podiatrists
  8. docs
Noun
  • What began as a public hospital has evolved into one of the nation’s leading academic health systems — advancing groundbreaking research, educating generations of physicians and caregivers, and providing world-class care to patients.
    — Pradeep Khosla, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2026
  • Staffing challenges during this period led to Saint Alphonsus leaning heavily on locum tenens physicians — traveling doctors assigned by specialized agencies to fill shifts on a contract basis — for its trauma department.
    — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 16 July 2026
Definition of physicians
Noun
  • This trend has renewed concern among pediatricians and parents.
    — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • If the team’s plans succeed, future inktelligence will be able to detect cortisol, glucose, and other biomarkers, with robust uses for pediatricians.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 July 2026
Definition of pediatricians
Noun
  • If no deal is made, people with the aforementioned health insurance plans through United will no longer be able to get in-network care with UHealth doctors and other providers across UHealth’s South Florida facilities.
    — Michelle Marchante July 22, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026
  • The hospital includes two operating rooms, a pharmacy and a laboratory, while doctors continue performing orthopedic surgeries and treating infections and other conditions left untreated in the aftermath of the disaster.
    — Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of doctors
Noun
  • But no, this is an actual phrase in the world of medicine, apparently used by obstetricians to inflict emotional harm on pregnant folks over the age of 35.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 July 2026
  • Likewise, Tri-City has already begun using its powers as a public health care district to recruit additional obstetricians to the area.
    — Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026
Definition of obstetricians
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  • In recent years, medical credit cards have made their way into the South Florida offices of dentists, ophthalmologists and other doctors as one way people can finance their care.
    — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
  • Sunglasses, hats recommended for sun protection AHN ophthalmologists say many people remember sunscreen but often forget eye protection.
    — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Definition of ophthalmologists
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  • Across the country, medical educators and institutions are beginning to think creatively about how to strengthen the pipeline for future forensic pathologists.
    — Gregory McDonald, STAT, 13 July 2026
  • Eight groups challenged the department’s definition in court, representing nurse practitioners, therapists, speech language pathologists and more.
    — Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
Definition of pathologists
Noun
  • Our go-to brands are also approved by podiatrists and worn by A-listers like Oprah and Julia Roberts.
    — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026
  • Loved by podiatrists, nurses, and travel writers alike, Asics makes great travel shoes, including these sporty sneakers with an extra foamy sole.
    — Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2026
Definition of podiatrists
Noun
  • The service has launched on the App Store, Google Play and a dedicated website with more than 100 titles across crime, drama, reality, dating, factual entertainment and docs.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 14 July 2026
  • Court docs, obtained by the outlet, revealed the charges stemmed from an incident that allegedly occurred on May 27.
    — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
Definition of docs
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