as in doctor
a person specially trained in healing human medical disorders
you should always consult a physician if you develop a high fever
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The biggest barrier for physicians is time, said Patrick.
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Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
Historical polling data and surveys show that trust in physicians is lower in the U.S. than in most industrialized countries.
—Daniel T. Kim, The Conversation, 4 Feb. 2025
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
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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Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
Historical polling data and surveys show that trust in physicians is lower in the U.S. than in most industrialized countries.
—Daniel T. Kim, The Conversation, 4 Feb. 2025
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
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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“Physician.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physician. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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