as in doctor
chiefly US
a medical professional who treats injuries and diseases of the foot
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Recent Examples of podiatrist
Naboso was developed by a podiatrist and uses texture on all products to stimulate the feet, improving overall foot awareness, foot strength and aiding in recovery.
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Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
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
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
My podiatrist suggested looking for wide toe box shoes, which would give my feet enough space to spread out, and prevent further foot problems down the road.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
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
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
My podiatrist suggested looking for wide toe box shoes, which would give my feet enough space to spread out, and prevent further foot problems down the road.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for podiatrist
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At four months old, doctors diagnosed him with a large ventricular septal defect (VSD) between the left and right ventricles in his heart, as well as pulmonary hypertension.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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After Fowler was taken to the hospital, doctors found antifreeze in his system — causing significant damage to his internal organs.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Mouth breathing during sleep is not something most physicians screen for routinely, which means it often goes unaddressed.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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Brinkmeyer said she was told to stop conducting training for physicians and other staff on best practices for caring for LGBTQ+ patients.—
Vernal Coleman,
ProPublica,
24 Mar. 2026
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In 2021, dermatologist David Ozog was on holiday with his family in the Bahamas, when his 18-year-old son had a massive stroke.—
Lynne Peeples,
Scientific American,
26 Mar. 2026
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The dermatologist’s property stretches seven-plus acres, the largest in the neighborhood by far.—
Christopher Spata,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 Mar. 2026
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Deemed safe for sensitive eyes, the formula has been ophthalmologist tested and certified for sensitive skin.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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That officer sustained an orbital blowout fracture to his left eye and had to seek treatment from an ophthalmologist at Dallas’ Parkland Hospital, according to the statement.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Mar. 2026
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His follow-up schedule included a web of appointments with pulmonologists, neurologists, cardiologists, orthopedists and rehab specialists.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Feb. 2026
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That was a matter of the quirkiness of the knee, according to orthopedists.—
Sally Jenkins,
The Atlantic,
8 Feb. 2026
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At the same time, my primary care doctor and gynecologist suggested my symptoms — brain fog, fatigue and cognitive changes — were caused by menopause.—
Shon Lowe,
Twin Cities,
26 Mar. 2026
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Bateman and her husband, Douglas Hershey, an obstetrician-gynecologist and maternal-fetal medicine specialist from California, bought the penthouse for $820,000 in 1994.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
21 Mar. 2026
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Top Picks Best Smith Helmets Smith Optics was founded by an entrepreneurial optometrist who spent most of his free time skiing.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Menopause can cause blurry vision and dry and tired eyes, says Charissa Lee, an optometrist who heads professional affairs for vision for Johnson & Johnson.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
19 Jan. 2026
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Adding to the men’s health momentum, the AMA’s president-elect, Willie Underwood, is a urologist and men’s health expert, too.—
Annalisa Merelli,
STAT,
12 Mar. 2026
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Experts recommend seeing a urologist to address fertility concerns.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Podiatrist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/podiatrist. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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