as in doctor
a medical professional studying diseases and especially one who examines bodies to find out the cause of death
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Recent Examples of pathologist
Medical examiner testifies in Penny trial Judge Jeanine Pirro breaks down first two days of testimony from the forensic pathologist who examined Jordan Neely after his subway chokehold death.
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Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 19 Nov. 2024
Because Ascension Seton Hays thought to save Jett's placenta, a specialized pathologist could look at the placenta under the microscope and see abnormalities.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 30 Dec. 2024
According to the district, Hartford is currently seeking to hire additional teachers and support staff in special education, math, speech and language pathologists, and paraprofessionals to reach full staffing levels.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 19 Dec. 2024
Co-author Omer Yilmaz, a professor of biology and pathologist at MIT and Harvard Medical School, thinks the finding may also apply to humans (though more study is needed).
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
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Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 19 Nov. 2024
Because Ascension Seton Hays thought to save Jett's placenta, a specialized pathologist could look at the placenta under the microscope and see abnormalities.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 30 Dec. 2024
According to the district, Hartford is currently seeking to hire additional teachers and support staff in special education, math, speech and language pathologists, and paraprofessionals to reach full staffing levels.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 19 Dec. 2024
Co-author Omer Yilmaz, a professor of biology and pathologist at MIT and Harvard Medical School, thinks the finding may also apply to humans (though more study is needed).
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pathologist
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New this season, doctors from the Carole and Ray Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center at UConn Health will be set up on the concourse to offer free cancer screenings and education, as well as skin cancer checks prior to the game in the atrium.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
21 Jan. 2025
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Beattie has continued to raise awareness of self-checks, regular doctors’ appointments and the importance of early detection.—
Ali Rampling,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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Both graduated compression stockings and anti-embolism stockings typically require a prescription from a primary care physician or a specialist, if the condition is more severe.—
Sandra Rose Salathe,
Flow Space,
30 Jan. 2025
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An advisory about fine particle air pollution from the highest-ranking physician in the United States would be a powerful tool in helping policymakers and communities better protect the health of current and future generations for years to come.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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At least 10 people have died in the fire, according to the Los Angeles County coroner’s office and the Sheriff’s Department.—
Alene Tchekmedyian,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Eight of the deaths were attributed to the fire near the Palisades and 16 resulted from the fire near Altadena, the Los Angeles County coroner's office said in a statement Saturday evening.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
arkansasonline.com,
13 Jan. 2025
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Clinics around the United States are starting to offer patients a new service: having their mammograms read not just by a radiologist, but also by an A.I. model.—
Nina Agrawal,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2025
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Ultrasound screenings identify cancers that can be missed in mammograms, radiologists say.—
Gretchen Morgenson,
NBC News,
27 Dec. 2024
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Hurts took a big step towards playing by being a full practice participant on Thursday before getting clearance from an independent neurologist.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
10 Jan. 2025
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Viktor Frankl—the Austrian neurologist, psychologist, and philosopher—devoted his life to helping people successfully navigate their time in mortality.—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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Roots often sees kids who have been referred by their pediatrician for anxiety—but who are actually experiencing something else, like a stomach issue.—
Angela Haupt,
TIME,
24 Jan. 2025
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Call a healthcare provider or pediatrician if their acne has lasted for months.—
Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH,
Verywell Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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Unlike the vast majority of true crime docs, Zodiac Killer Project daringly allows the viewer to fill in the gaps for themselves and picture what may have happened, which is perhaps the best substitute for the real thing.—
Jordan Mintzer,
The Hollywood Reporter,
31 Jan. 2025
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How to watch Saturday Night Live's 50th anniversary special, new SNL docs, and more Davidson appeared on Fallon's show to chat about Peacock's new docuseries special celebrating 50 years of SNL.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
31 Jan. 2025
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In a case related to fibromyalgia, the opinion of Dr. James Bress, an internist, carried more weight with an insurer than the patient’s rheumatologist at the Mayo Clinic.—
Natalie Eilbert,
Journal Sentinel,
19 Dec. 2024
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An internist by training, Dr. Weldon served seven terms in Congress, representing a district on Florida’s central east coast, before returning to his medical practice.—
Emily Anthes,
New York Times,
25 Nov. 2024
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“Pathologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pathologist. Accessed 4 Feb. 2025.
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