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Meaning of medical practitioner
A person who is trained and qualified to practice medicine.
Etymology of medical practitioner
The term "medical practitioner" originated from the Latin words "medicus," meaning "physician" or "healer," and "practicus," meaning "practical" or "skilled."
The word "practitioner" has been used since the 15th century to refer to a person who practices a particular profession or activity.
Synonyms
doctor
physician
medic
healthcare provider
nurse practitioner
clinician
caregiver
therapist
surgeon
specialist
general practitioner
family doctor
primary care physician
healthcare professional
medical doctor
medical specialist
medical officer
health professional
nurse
caregiver
medical attendant
health practitioner
healthcare worker
medical worker
doctor of medicine
medical graduate
healthcare specialist
medical consultant
medical expert
Definitions
- A person who is qualified to practise medicine, especially one who is not a specialist.
- * A person who is licensed to practise medicine and is trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent various health conditions.
Usage Examples
- The medical practitioner examined the patient and prescribed medication to treat the infection.
- * She worked as a medical practitioner in a hospital for several years before opening her own private practice.
Antonyms
quack
charlatan
fake doctor
unqualified person
layperson
non-medical person
non-professional
unlicensed practitioner
amateur
novice
student
trainee
apprentice
non-expert
pseudo-medical practitioner
ineffective healer
unskilled caregiver
careless therapist
neglectful nurse
incompetent doctor
untrained medical worker