podiatrists

noun

plural of podiatrist
as in physicians
chiefly US a medical professional who treats injuries and diseases of the foot

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Recent Examples of podiatrists Arkansas communities need comprehensive access to all health-care professionals--including podiatrists--to keep patients healthy, prevent complications and reduce unnecessary costs. — Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026 Amazon just slashed prices on New Balance shoes, including the Fresh Foam Roav V1, a sneaker loved and recommended by podiatrists, nurses, runners, and travelers alike. — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2026 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 These low-profile, versatile sneakers come from a brand beloved by both Oprah and podiatrists for their supportive construction and chic designs. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 28 Aug. 2026 While many podiatrists frequently advise avoiding flip-flops because of their lack of support, this Clarks style is different. — Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 2 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for podiatrists
  1. physicians
  2. doctors
  3. ophthalmologists
  4. pediatricians
  5. obstetricians
  6. pathologists
  7. docs
  8. medics
Noun
  • The condition is life-threatening, as physicians encourage listening to your body and seeking medical attention immediately.
    — Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Patients also have access to medical guidance and direct communication with their physicians.
    — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of physicians
Noun
  • The claimant’s counsel says the client has been hospitalized for months and examined by more than 10 doctors.
    — Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Her family said doctors attributed her death to rhabdomyolysis, a rare condition involving muscle breakdown.
    — Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of doctors
Noun
  • How Heated Eye Masks Work Warm compresses have long been used by ophthalmologists to loosen clogged oil glands in the eyelids.
    — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Oct. 2026
  • In recent years, medical credit cards have made their way into the South Florida offices of dentists, ophthalmologists and other doctors as one way people can finance their care.
    — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
Definition of ophthalmologists
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  • Researchers and pediatricians are increasingly emphasizing content, context and emotional experiences when assessing the potential effects of screen time, and that reframing is beginning to reshape the advice families get.
    — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Vaccines have been so successful that many of today’s parents and many young pediatricians have never seen what these diseases can do.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of pediatricians
Noun
  • Griffin said the shelters have very few medical staff on hand and the region does not have enough specialized obstetricians.
    — Mark Betancourt, NPR, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Menopause isn’t prioritized as a field of study among obstetricians and gynecologists.
    — Lyndon Haviland, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of obstetricians
Noun
  • The pathologists who examined the twins also said their causes of death were undetermined, Filicetti said.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
  • The necropsy was preformed by veterinary pathologists at the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.
    — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of pathologists
Noun
  • Speaking a few weeks after the launch of Tom Cruise-starring satirical polemic Digger, Wishart feels docs and features about this subject matter have become overly preachy.
    — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Charging docs show Stafford's bond was denied, citing danger to a person or the community.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of docs
Noun
  • The victims were pulled from an 11th-floor apartment and rushed by medics to local hospitals.
    — Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Panettiere was found in cardiac arrest and medics were unable to resuscitate her.
    — Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of medics

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