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Meaning of physician
A person who is qualified to practice medicine, especially one who diagnoses and treats illnesses.
Etymology of physician
The word "physician" comes from the Old French word "physicien", which is derived from the Latin word "physicus", meaning "natural philosopher" or "physician"
The Latin word "physicus" is derived from the Greek word "physikos", meaning "of nature" or "natural"
Historically, the term "physician" referred to a person who studied and practiced the art of healing, and was often used to distinguish medical practitioners from other healthcare professionals
Synonyms
doctor
medic
medical practitioner
healer
therapist
clinician
specialist
general practitioner
surgeon
cardiologist
neurologist
oncologist
pediatrician
psychiatrist
radiologist
anesthesiologist
pathologist
pharmacist
nurse practitioner
healthcare provider
medical doctor
primary care physician
attending physician
resident physician
fellow physician
medical specialist
healthcare specialist
medical expert
health professional
Definitions
- A person who is qualified to practice medicine, especially one who diagnoses and treats illnesses
- A person who has been trained to diagnose and treat people who are ill or injured
- A person who has a medical degree and is licensed to practice medicine
Usage Examples
- The patient was referred to a specialist physician for further treatment
- The physician examined the patient and prescribed medication to treat the infection
- The hospital employed several physicians to work in the emergency department
Antonyms
nonmedical person
layperson
patient
client
customer
nonprofessional
amateur
untrained person
unlicensed practitioner
quack
charlatan
fake doctor
impostor
nonphysician
nurse
therapist
counselor
social worker
administrator