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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
The decision is a setback for Kennedy, a longtime anti-vaccine activist who promised to restore trust in the public health agencies, but whose controversial policies have created confusion among pediatricians and contributed to more distrust of childhood vaccination, experts say.
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Erika Edwards, NBC news, 16 Mar. 2026
The goal is to help primary care physicians, pediatricians and family practice doctors get better at identifying and helping people struggling with mental illness and substance abuse.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
According to pediatricians Gary Kirkilas II and Christopher Buresh, kratom, like opioids, can cause people to stop breathing at higher doses.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
Parents are encouraged to consult with pediatricians before enrolling children aged 1 to 3 in swim classes, and it is strongly recommended that all children 4 and older receive swim training.
—ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
The streets are in pediatricians offices.
—Anil Oza, STAT, 6 Mar. 2026
Those subtle differences make autistic traits easy to miss, even by pediatricians and therapists.
—Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 4 Mar. 2026
As the outbreak spreads, local pediatricians will offer the MMR vaccine to children younger than a year old, because unvaccinated infants are especially vulnerable to the disease.
—Elizabeth Bruenig, The Atlantic, 12 Feb. 2026
In June, the American Academy of Pediatrics updated its guidance to recommend that pediatricians order exome or genome sequencing as the first-line test for patients with global developmental delays or intellectual disabilities.
—Brad Quick, CNBC, 10 Feb. 2026
Erika Edwards, NBC news, 16 Mar. 2026
The goal is to help primary care physicians, pediatricians and family practice doctors get better at identifying and helping people struggling with mental illness and substance abuse.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
According to pediatricians Gary Kirkilas II and Christopher Buresh, kratom, like opioids, can cause people to stop breathing at higher doses.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
Parents are encouraged to consult with pediatricians before enrolling children aged 1 to 3 in swim classes, and it is strongly recommended that all children 4 and older receive swim training.
—ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
The streets are in pediatricians offices.
—Anil Oza, STAT, 6 Mar. 2026
Those subtle differences make autistic traits easy to miss, even by pediatricians and therapists.
—Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 4 Mar. 2026
As the outbreak spreads, local pediatricians will offer the MMR vaccine to children younger than a year old, because unvaccinated infants are especially vulnerable to the disease.
—Elizabeth Bruenig, The Atlantic, 12 Feb. 2026
In June, the American Academy of Pediatrics updated its guidance to recommend that pediatricians order exome or genome sequencing as the first-line test for patients with global developmental delays or intellectual disabilities.
—Brad Quick, CNBC, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pediatricians
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In some cases, physicians, registered nurses and pharmacists are considered healthcare providers, according to the CDC, and therefore could administer vaccines after discussing them with the patient.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
22 Mar. 2026
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Only eligible out-of-state physicians—licensed in another state, in good standing, with no prior discipline and relevant expertise—may participate.—
Rees Empey,
Oc Register,
21 Mar. 2026
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Instead, doctors take a holistic approach that includes managing physical symptoms, working with social workers to address patients’ needs, and cognitive therapy.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
15 Mar. 2026
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Last summer, Brossoit and doctors, after examining his right hip, found the root cause of the knee pain — a cam lesion on the head of his femur that was causing issues with cartilage inside the joint.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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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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The practice’s board‑certified ophthalmologists and experienced optometrists bring more than 75 years of combined professional experience and have performed over 18,000 major ophthalmic surgeries and laser procedures, utilizing current surgical and laser techniques.—
Community's Choice Awards,
jsonline.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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Located in Oklahoma City near the OU Health Sciences Center, Dean McGee Eye Institute also conducts vision research and trains future ophthalmologists through its residency and fellowship programs.—
Community's Choice Awards,
Oklahoman,
7 Mar. 2026
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Beloved by podiatrists and celebrities alike, the Hoka Clifton 9 Sneakers are designed with an ultra-lightweight and cushy profile.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Mar. 2026
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This pair of Skechers is reminiscent of the Adidas Sambas—a style now in its third year of It Girl status—but at a fraction of the price and with podiatrists’ stamp of approval.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
11 Mar. 2026
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Through a microscope, pathologists can see a great deal about a tumor.—
Angus Chen,
STAT,
18 Feb. 2026
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One physician shared that the tool found critical information buried in the records of a cancer patient, which helped a team including six pathologists to give a definitive diagnosis.—
Hilke Schellmann,
Scientific American,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Pediatricians.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pediatricians. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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