physiatrist

noun

Definition of physiatristnext
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for physiatrist
  1. neurologist
  2. doctor
  3. physician
  4. orthopedist
  5. internist
  6. podiatrist
  7. pediatrician
  8. radiologist
Noun
  • 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
  • Meanwhile, what fascinates aspiring neurologist Makenzie Stovall is the idea that AI is trying to emulate the brain — an organ whose inner workings continue to leave researchers dumbfounded.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of neurologist
Noun
  • Hughes says that miscarriage concerns are common for pregnant women and that doctors are constantly discussing risks and benefits with their patients.
    — Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Wray said doctors told the family that only about 20% of her son's brain is functioning.
    — Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of doctor
Noun
  • As a physician who sees patients who take GLP-1s on a regular basis, doctor-patient conversations around these drugs have shifted substantially.
    — Jesse M. Pines, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The cast is led by Tolman, with Grier playing the grumpy emergency physician Ron.
    — Selome Hailu, Variety, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of physician
Noun
  • Pickleball is booming, and so are the trips to the orthopedist.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Meanwhile, an orthopedist may also evaluate and treat scoliosis, a sideways curve of the spine.
    — Health, Health, 15 Apr. 2026
Definition of orthopedist
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  • 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
  • Vanessa Grubbs, a nephrologist and internist and founder of the nonprofit Black Doc Village, writes in a First Opinion column that the problem may lie with residency programs.
    — Allison DeAngelis, STAT, 1 June 2026
Definition of internist
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  • New Balance sneakers are the ultimate staple—they’re timeless, podiatrist-approved, and so comfy.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Keep scrolling to see all of our podiatrists’ recommendations.
    — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026
Definition of podiatrist
Noun
  • Clancy brought her daughter, Cora, to the pediatrician just hours before the killings, and nothing seemed amiss, the pediatrician testified.
    — Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
  • In the morning, Lindsay brought their daughter, Cora, to the pediatrician for her 5-year checkup.
    — Melina Khan, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of pediatrician
Noun
  • The technologist performing an imaging test like a mammogram is trained to take enough, and adequate, pictures for the radiologist to interpret.
    — Nicole Pajer, PEOPLE, 28 July 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
Definition of radiologist

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“Physiatrist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physiatrist. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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