as in doctor
chiefly US
a medical professional who treats injuries and diseases of the foot
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Recent Examples of podiatrist
The frequent flyer revealed that her two favorite sneakers are from New Balance, the brand that podiatrists and nurses swear by.
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Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 8 June 2026
That’s why podiatrists frequently recommend Vionic shoes, which are constructed with arch support, cushioning, and stability in mind.
—Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
All of the podiatrists agreed that Mary Jane styles are often more supportive than a traditional ballet flat.
—Liz Provencher, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
Hoka’s Bondi sneakers are another recommendation that’s backed by not one, but two podiatrists.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Walking shoeless on varied surfaces also may contribute to emotional well-being and overall foot health, according to podiatrists and barefoot enthusiasts.
—ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
Among those filing lawsuits were radiologists, anesthesiologists, eye doctors, podiatrists, allergists, and pediatricians.
—Noam N. Levey, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 8 June 2026
That’s why podiatrists frequently recommend Vionic shoes, which are constructed with arch support, cushioning, and stability in mind.
—Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
All of the podiatrists agreed that Mary Jane styles are often more supportive than a traditional ballet flat.
—Liz Provencher, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
Hoka’s Bondi sneakers are another recommendation that’s backed by not one, but two podiatrists.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Walking shoeless on varied surfaces also may contribute to emotional well-being and overall foot health, according to podiatrists and barefoot enthusiasts.
—ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
Among those filing lawsuits were radiologists, anesthesiologists, eye doctors, podiatrists, allergists, and pediatricians.
—Noam N. Levey, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for podiatrist
Noun
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Nurses, doctors and pharmacists, as well as health groups such as the American Heart Association (AHA) and American Cancer Society (ACS), had the broad support of 80 percent or more of respondents.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
9 June 2026
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Ferguson explained that Brown would be assigned a medical doctor who will evaluate him.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Chelsea Torres,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
Noun
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The effort, led by Mitchell, was also supported by a coalition of medical clinics, labor unions and physician groups.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
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Rubio has served for more than 28 years as an Army aviator, physician and astronaut.—
Chelsea Jones,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
Noun
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The cruelty- and paraben-free lip balm has been dermatologist-tested and contains a subtle natural vanilla flavor that leaves a glossy finish.—
Olivia Bria,
Travel + Leisure,
10 June 2026
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Contrary to popular belief, both types primarily work by absorbing UV light and converting that radiation energy into heat that is released from the skin, explains Saranya Wyles, a dermatologist at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota.—
Lauren J. Young,
Scientific American,
9 June 2026
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This CeraVe shopper-favorite is ophthalmologist-tested, and developed with dermatologists.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
2 June 2026
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Any ophthalmologist would recognize these symptoms and rush to meet the patient.—
Peter Ubel,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Meanwhile, an orthopedist may also evaluate and treat scoliosis, a sideways curve of the spine.—
Health,
Health,
15 Apr. 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
Noun
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Aminah Elster recalls being told to avoid the gynecologist to protect her uterus.—
Victoria Law,
Washington Post,
6 May 2026
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This can mean that doctors often miss that a Black woman has started perimenopause, says Sharon Malone, an obstetrician and gynecologist, and the chief medical adviser for Alloy.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
Noun
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The optometrist first gained recognition in 1969 for pioneering ultraviolet (UV) and blue-light–absorbing lens technology, which has helped reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration worldwide.—
Sofia Baltodano,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2026
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When an optometrist shines a bright light into your eyes, a vast, branching tree sprouts in your field of vision.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Quanta Magazine,
13 May 2026
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His words, and the fact that a urologist was in the assistant secretary role, gave the men’s health community the hope — close to the expectation, in fact — that the agency would soon launch a federal men’s health initiative to mirror the Office of Women’s Health established within the HHS in 1991.—
Annalisa Merelli,
STAT,
22 May 2026
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See a urologist who can help diagnose the problem and walk you through the relevant risk factors.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
20 May 2026
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“Podiatrist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/podiatrist. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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