PHYSIATRIST Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

physiatrist

noun

Definition of physiatrist

as in neurologist

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Recent Examples of physiatrist Crandell, the Harvard physiatrist, is a funny, brainy, and upbeat clinician who treats people with amputations in the Spaulding Rehabilitation Center, a building overlooking Boston Harbor. — Rivka Galchen, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024 Good options include orthopedic physicians, physiatrists (who specialize in treating pain and physical impairments), or physical therapists. — Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 29 Oct. 2024 An orthopedic surgeon is a reasonable choice, as is a physical medicine doctor (physiatrist). — Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 25 Aug. 2023 As a physiatrist, her practice centered on the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disabilities related to the brain, nerves, bones and muscles. — Frederick N. Rasmussen, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2023 See All Example Sentences for physiatrist

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Noun

There are no tests that can definitively confirm a diagnosis of PD, but your neurologist might order some tests.

— Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2026
Look for a primary vet who understands special needs pets, and consider having a veterinary neurologist or other specialist available for guidance.

— Pat Mueller, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of neurologist

Noun

This plan will break up monopolies, lower medical debt, bring down the cost of prescription drugs, and ensure doctors decide what medication their patients need — not insurance companies.

— Justin Papp, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
The baby was last, which might have been why doctors were able to briefly restart a heartbeat once he was rushed to the hospital after his father returned home.

— Monica Hesse, Washington Post, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of doctor

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Responding to calls for improved nutrition education for physicians, these stores could partner with city hospitals to provide continuing education to clinicians.

— Marian Flaxman, New York Daily News, 23 Aug. 2026
Dr Jacqueline Brady is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine and is the team physician for the Thorns and Fire.

— Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of physician

Noun

Jeffrey Millstein is an internist and regional medical director for primary and specialty care at Penn Medicine.

— Jeffrey Millstein, STAT, 11 Aug. 2026
Cara developed new symptoms over the course of the summer, including unexplained vomiting, and so her parents took her to see an internist in August.

— Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026

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Noun

Vionic’s Uptown Loafers are a great example, praised by Oprah and podiatrists for their shock-absorbing cushioning, deep heel cup, and contoured arch support that make activities like sightseeing or museum hopping easy (and fashionable).

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2026
New Balance sneakers are the ultimate staple—they’re timeless, podiatrist-approved, and so comfy.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of podiatrist

Noun

But no state law can undo the psychological damage of a president telling millions of parents, days before the first bell, that their pediatrician’s recommendations are dangerous.

— Chuka Onuh, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
Alex Hartman is a pediatrician, a father, and the director of pediatrics at Yehowa Medical Services in Los Angeles.

— Alex Hartman, STAT, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of pediatrician

Noun

She was referred to a radiologist and later learned that her daughter’s limbs were fine, but doctors were instead concerned about the size of her head.

— Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026
Again, the radiologist recommends follow-up, and again the emergency team appropriately focuses on treating the injuries that brought the patient to the hospital.

— Demetri Giannikopoulos, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

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