physician (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /fəˈzɪʃən/
Definition
A doctor, especially one who is trained in general medicine and is not a surgeon.
Examples
The patient was referred to a specialist physician for further diagnosis.
She decided to become a primary care physician to help her community.
A physician's assistant can handle many routine medical tasks under a doctor's supervision.
How to Use physician
- physician assistant (collocation)
- A healthcare professional who practices medicine under the supervision of a physician. — "The physician assistant took my vital signs before the doctor arrived."
- physician-patient (collocation)
- Relating to the relationship between a doctor and their patient. — "Maintaining trust in the physician-patient relationship is crucial for effective treatment."
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