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also pediatrists
as in physicians
a medical professional who treats babies and children
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Recent Examples of pediatricians
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, more than half of pediatricians report spending from 10 to 19 minutes counseling parents about vaccines, and nearly 1 in 10 spend more than 20 minutes – often several times per day.
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Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
In the face of conflicting medical guidance, Gwynn said parents should talk to their pediatricians.
—Ammy Galeano, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Local pediatricians in the upstate region of South Carolina have also seen parents refuse vaccination for their children, even after direct experience with illness from measles.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
Among those no longer recommended for all are monoclonal antibody shots that pediatricians have described as game-changers in helping infants get through RSV season, and which parents have clamored for.
—Alex Hogan, STAT, 7 Jan. 2026
Developmental milestones are just one tool that pediatricians use to make sure your child is progressing in a typical way.
—Miranda Rake, Parents, 3 Jan. 2026
Candidates running in 2026 elections include a mathematician and a microbiologist, along with multiple pediatricians and former health officials.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 7 Nov. 2025
These assessments are often already done by pediatricians during well child visits, Herpst said, and can be used by parents on their own or with the help of a pediatrician or therapist.
—Beki San Martin, Freep.com, 28 Oct. 2025
Currently, pediatricians recommend avoiding caffeine consumption for children under 12 years old.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 22 Oct. 2025
Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
In the face of conflicting medical guidance, Gwynn said parents should talk to their pediatricians.
—Ammy Galeano, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Local pediatricians in the upstate region of South Carolina have also seen parents refuse vaccination for their children, even after direct experience with illness from measles.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
Among those no longer recommended for all are monoclonal antibody shots that pediatricians have described as game-changers in helping infants get through RSV season, and which parents have clamored for.
—Alex Hogan, STAT, 7 Jan. 2026
Developmental milestones are just one tool that pediatricians use to make sure your child is progressing in a typical way.
—Miranda Rake, Parents, 3 Jan. 2026
Candidates running in 2026 elections include a mathematician and a microbiologist, along with multiple pediatricians and former health officials.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 7 Nov. 2025
These assessments are often already done by pediatricians during well child visits, Herpst said, and can be used by parents on their own or with the help of a pediatrician or therapist.
—Beki San Martin, Freep.com, 28 Oct. 2025
Currently, pediatricians recommend avoiding caffeine consumption for children under 12 years old.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pediatricians
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Federal workers who test positive for drugs can’t be punished until their results are scrutinized by medical review officers, physicians who verify that positive drug test results aren’t being triggered by legitimate medications.—
Lucas Waldron,
ProPublica,
6 Jan. 2026
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More than 9,000 people came to Colorado last year on the J-1 visa, working as physicians, professors, researchers, ski workers, restaurant servers and au pairs, among myriad opportunities.—
Sam Tabachnik,
Denver Post,
6 Jan. 2026
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In July, Sanders announced doctors had removed his bladder after the discovery of a tumor.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Her mysterious symptoms puzzled doctors, at least one of whom suggested the pain was psychosomatic.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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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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At the same time, her unit was becoming increasingly short-staffed as other obstetricians left and retired.—
Natalie Krebs,
NPR,
5 Nov. 2025
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Starting guard Reese Dixon-Waters was a full practice participant two days after missing the 77-45 victory against Long Beach State with a corneal abrasion in his eye that necessitated a trip to the emergency room followed by appointments with ophthalmologists.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Nov. 2025
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To help with medical costs as the family has juggled visits to specialists, including neurosurgeons, endocrinologists and ophthalmologists, Sargent launched a GoFundMe campaign that has raised more than $5,000.—
Susan Young,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Seal of Acceptance, meaning podiatrists recognize them as supportive of foot health.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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Oprah and podiatrists agree that the brand’s actually-cute kicks offer ample cushioning and comfort for days spent on your feet.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
29 Dec. 2025
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The coroner did not determine a cause of death, disagreeing with the earlier suggestion of suffocation; neither Australian nor German pathologists could establish one, the outlet reported.—
Christina Coulter,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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The 32-year-old now makes $122,000 per year as a pathologists’ assistant.—
Gili Malinsky,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Pediatricians.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pediatricians. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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