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Recent Examples of locum tenens Forecasts from industry analysts suggest that per diem opportunities, or the ability for healthcare workers to fill in for shifts as needed, will expand, as will the utilization of locum tenens. Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 1 Mar. 2024 When Whittingham stepped in as Meyer’s replacement in 2005, there were holes in the program after an undefeated season, and there were many lessons for the locum tenens to learn. Gordon Monson, The Salt Lake Tribune, 12 Nov. 2021 When service units are forced to hire temporary locum tenens physicians in lieu of decreasing services, the quality of care can change dramatically. WSJ, 17 July 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for locum tenens
Noun
  • But the reality is that there is no replacement for Pulisic.
    Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 22 May 2025
  • In addition to its larger screen, this adds to the longevity and usefulness of this system as a desktop replacement.
    Matthew Buzzi, PC Magazine, 21 May 2025
Noun
  • If used mindfully, AI can be part of a modern intimacy toolkit, if not leveraged as a substitute for human connection.
    Dominique Fluker, Essence, 15 May 2025
  • Here is Tim’s verdict, based on the lad’s 38 minutes as a substitute.
    Phil Hay, New York Times, 15 May 2025

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“Locum tenens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/locum%20tenens. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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