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

His neurologist decided the best way to put an end to this would be to cut out the defective part of his brain.

— Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026
They were sent to a neurologist, and after Moore had more minor seizures, he was diagnosed with epilepsy.

— Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of neurologist

Noun

Feeling anxious about doctors, hospitals, or seeking healthcare is something that, unfortunately, many people experience to some degree.

— R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
Now my guy is stuck in an insane asylum with a doctor who seems downright giddy to try out some electroshock therapy.

— Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of doctor

Noun

The volleyball player was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a common bone cancer, in December 2024 at age 16 after knee pain sent him to his orthopedist for an MRI, and eventually to Nicklaus for more testing.

— Michelle Marchante September 11, Miami Herald, 11 Sep. 2026
Pickleball is booming, and so are the trips to the orthopedist.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of orthopedist

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

Definition of internist

Noun

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
Or, read on for more comfortable Vionic walking shoes that would impress your podiatrist—prices start at $78.

— Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of podiatrist

Noun

One national study found that 36% of pediatricians had considered stopping or already had stopped stocking vaccines.

— Jennifer Reich, The Conversation, 17 Sep. 2026
Gavigan said pediatricians in the area have also been answering questions from parents about whether their child should get an early third dose.

— Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of pediatrician

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