OPTOMETRIST Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

optometrist

noun

Definition of optometrist

as in ophthalmologist

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Recent Examples of optometrist Among the sponsors was then-state legislator Mike Kreidler, a Democrat and optometrist who served 16 years in the Legislature and 24 as insurance commissioner. — Ashley Hiruko, ProPublica, 8 July 2026 Newton is a licensed optometrist who previously owned an eye clinic and graduated from Northeastern State University with a Doctor of Optometry degree. — Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 23 June 2026 The optometrist is another story. — Megan Greenwell, Bloomberg, 9 June 2026 The optometrist first gained recognition in 1969 for pioneering ultraviolet (UV) and blue-light–absorbing lens technology, which has helped reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration worldwide. — Sofia Baltodano, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for optometrist

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An ophthalmologist or optometrist can treat dry eye and monitor for eye problems.

— Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2026
Oh, and don’t worry about sparkles irritating your gaze—the formula is ophthalmologist-tested.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026

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But this year, new vaccine options are available, and doctors are urging nearly everyone to get vaccinated.

— Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
In 2016, the American Academy of Pediatrics issued a policy statement urging doctors to offer medications for opioid use disorder to adolescent and young adult patients who needed them.

— Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 2 Oct. 2026

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Pan, a pediatrician, made national headlines while in the Legislature for leading California’s efforts to enact strict school vaccine laws.

— Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2026
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

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As an adult, the former obstetrician and gynecologist routinely walked to patients’ homes to check on them.

— Brian Anthony Hernandez, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2026
But the difference between a light edit and a total rewrite is vast and expensive—one gynecologist treating the wives of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs reportedly charges up to $30,000 for an appointment—not to mention unnecessary.

— Valerie Monroe, Allure, 21 Sep. 2026

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With the Grammy promotional and press blitz behind her, Monét went to see a neurologist, rheumatologist and speech pathologist.

— Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 2 Oct. 2026
Linton’s defense has centered on expert testimony from a neurologist and a psychiatrist who say Linton had a seizure before the crash.

— James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of neurologist

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The founder and designer is a podiatrist, and that’s evident with every step—even (or maybe especially) in this heeled style.

— Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 26 Sep. 2026
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

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