OBSTETRICIANS Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

obstetricians

noun

plural of obstetrician

as in midwives

a medical professional who specializes in obstetrics

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Recent Examples of obstetricians Imagine if obstetricians could identify during pregnancy which women were at high risk for severe postpartum depression. — Jamie Maguire, STAT, 12 Aug. 2026 Haider argues that each mom needs a village of support but that obstetricians, doulas, and pediatricians are the front line of defense. — Louisa Moller, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026 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, 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 In a notice published last month in the Federal Register, HHS encouraged specialists such as anesthesiologists, cardiologists, oncologists, radiologists and obstetricians to consider serving. — Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 20 May 2026 Meanwhile, certified nurse-midwives deliver babies and provide prenatal and postpartum care, especially in areas where there are few obstetricians. — Kymberlee Montgomery, The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2026 At the same time, her unit was becoming increasingly short-staffed as other obstetricians left and retired. — Natalie Krebs, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025 In France, there are 30 midwives and 11 obstetricians for every 1000 live births. — Deanna Taylor, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025

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Noun

Navigating these forks is a mental burden that separates experienced physicians from those just starting out.

— Arya Rao, STAT, 19 Aug. 2026
That plan was put on hold following protests from physicians and patients.

— Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of physicians

Noun

From 2010 to 2024, cancer drug revenue to doctors and hospitals increased from about $9 billion to nearly $36 billion, according to research by Aaron Mitchell of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
There are so many ways that the hospital can and must accommodate doctors.

— Carita Rizzo, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of doctors

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The American Academy of Pediatrics recognized this shift in a landmark 2016 policy statement calling for pediatricians to actively engage fathers as caregivers, not bystanders.

— Nishant Pandya, STAT, 17 Aug. 2026
Those appointments could also strain pediatricians who typically administer the shots, while driving up costs tied to syringes and other medical supplies.

— Matthew Perrone, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of pediatricians

Noun

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

Noun

There are also vacancies for bilingual support teachers, speech language pathologists, school psychologists, dyslexia specialists, inclusion teachers and bilingual support specialists.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Aug. 2026
Investigators and forensic pathologists who responded found remains in various states of decomposition.

— Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of pathologists

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In some cases, clinicians have to weigh the risks of continuing the pregnancy against the risks of delivering early.

— Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
It was built across the decade that followed in journals, boardrooms and the offices of clinicians who staked their credibility on a better approach.

— Erez Meltzer, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

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