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 This would fund training, equipment, and teleconsultation so rural facilities without obstetricians can handle delivery emergencies. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 15 Sep. 2026 Traditionally, obstetricians were required to be on call when their patients went into labor. — Kim Elsesser, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 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

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Noun

If retatrutide, or reta, becomes widely available, people should work with their physicians to determine what dose—and which drug, if any—is right for them, Seeley says.

— Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 29 Sep. 2026
Broader cultural adoption driven by testimonials like Smith’s, and tighter clinical guardrails as physicians push back on unsupervised extended fasts.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of physicians

Noun

Her doctors were transparent that some add-ons might help some people, while others, inexplicably, might see no benefit.

— Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 30 Sep. 2026
Just before the child turned 2, doctors estimated their developmental age to be around 6 weeks.

— Inaya Folarin Iman, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of doctors

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Primary care physicians and pediatricians who have longstanding relationships with patients and families need to feel comfortable prescribing buprenorphine, addiction doctors said.

— Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 2 Oct. 2026
Separately, the pediatricians recommend a vaccine-like medication for those infants whose moms weren't vaccinated and some other high-risk babies.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of pediatricians

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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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Just as Grossman had to reconstruct the camp at Treblinka after attempts to erase it, so Littell methodically — at times forensically, through interviews with pathologists, survivors and grave diggers — recreates the killings in Bucha.

— Nick Holdstock, The Dial, 8 Sep. 2026
In another lesson, Gowitt explained how X-rays help forensic pathologists find bullets inside a body before an examination.

— Leondra Head, CBS News, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of pathologists

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Amazon just slashed prices on New Balance shoes, including the Fresh Foam Roav V1, a sneaker loved and recommended by podiatrists, nurses, runners, and travelers alike.

— Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2026
Among the groups that supported Becerra’s federal campaigns included organizations representing physical therapists, anesthesiologists, podiatrists, assisted living and long term care facilities, and dietitians.

— Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of podiatrists

Noun

In healthcare and veterinary medicine, success means technology automates routine friction, allowing clinicians to build trust with people and pets.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026
On that front, CalPERS cited the company’s statements that home visits kept its members healthy and that its clinicians made independent clinical decisions.

— Tara Bannow, STAT, 30 Sep. 2026

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