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Jobs and Working Life - Health Professionals

Study terms for professionals working in medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, mental health, rehabilitation, diagnostics, and veterinary care.

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dental surgeon

a dentist who is capable of performing surgical operations

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dentist
dentist
[noun]

someone who is licensed to fix and care for our teeth

Ex: I was nervous before my dental appointment, but the dentist made me feel comfortable. 
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dietitian
dietitian
[noun]

a qualified professional who advises on diet, nutrition, and healthy eating for individuals or groups

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doctor
doctor
[noun]

someone who has studied medicine and treats sick or injured people

Ex: I want to become a doctor so I can take care of people's health. 
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general practitioner

a physician who is not a specialist but treats people with acute and chronic illnesses who live in a particular area

Ex: When she felt unwell, she made an appointment with her general practitioner to discuss her symptoms and receive a proper diagnosis. 
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midwife
midwife
[noun]

a person, particularly a woman, whose occupation is helping a woman during childbirth

Ex: The midwife checked the mother's health before delivery. 
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nurse
nurse
[noun]

someone who has been trained to care for injured or sick people, particularly in a hospital

Ex: I appreciate the hard work and dedication of nurses in keeping us healthy and safe. 
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optician
optician
[noun]

a person whose job is to test people's eyes and sight or to make and supply glasses or contacts

Ex: The optician recommended new glasses for better vision. 
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orderly
orderly
[noun]

a hospital attendant whose job is to help medical staff with activities that do not require special medical training

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paramedic
paramedic
[noun]

a trained individual who provides emergency medical care to people before taking them to the hospital

Ex: The paramedic arrived at the accident scene and immediately began assessing the injured. 
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pharmacist

a healthcare professional whose job is to prepare and sell medications, and works in various places

Ex: After graduating from college, she became a licensed pharmacist. 
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osteopath
osteopath
[noun]

a licensed physician who speializes in treating injuries to bones and muscles

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physiotherapist

a professional whose job is treating physical disorders concerned with movements of limbs by giving massages, exercises, etc.

Ex: The physiotherapist helped the athlete recover from a knee injury through targeted exercises. 
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podiatrist

a physician who specializes in treating the feet and their ailments

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psychiatrist

a medical doctor who specializes in the treatment of mental illnesses or behavioral disorders

Ex: The psychiatrist specializes in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. 
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psychoanalyst

a therapist who practices psychoanalysis, exploring unconscious thoughts and childhood experiences

Ex: The psychoanalyst helped her patient uncover repressed childhood memories. 
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psychologist

a professional who studies behavior and mental processes to understand and treat psychological disorders and improve overall mental health

Ex: The psychologist counseled patients struggling with anxiety and depression. 
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pediatrician

a doctor who specializes in the treatment of children

Ex: She took her baby to the pediatrician for routine check-ups and vaccinations. 
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radiographer

a healthcare professional who produces radiographic images for diagnostic purposes

Ex: The radiographer positioned the patient for the chest X-ray. 
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surgeon
surgeon
[noun]

a doctor who performs medical operation

Ex: The surgeon successfully completed the operation to remove the tumor from the patient’s abdomen. 
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veterinarian

a doctor who is trained to treat animals

Ex: She's been working as a veterinarian at a local animal clinic for over twenty years. 
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veterinary surgeon

a doctor who practices veterinary medicine

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health professional

someone whose job involves people's health, such as a doctor, dentist, etc.

Ex: The health professional recommended a balanced diet and regular exercise to improve overall well-being. 
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