Physician

/fɪˈzɪʃ.ən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A qualified practitioner of medicine; a doctor.

After much consideration, she decided to become a physician and help others with their health.

A medical doctor, especially a doctor who is not a surgeon.

He visited his physician for a routine check-up and to discuss his ongoing treatment.

A person who is licensed to practice medicine.

The physician reviewed the patient's history before providing a diagnosis.

From Middle English 'physicien', from Old French 'physicien', from Latin 'physicus' which means 'natural, relating to nature'.

family physician

A doctor who provides medical care to patients of all ages, often serving as the first contact for health issues.

physician's assistant

A medical professional who works with physicians to provide patient care.

surgeon

A medical doctor who performs surgery.

pediatrician

A physician specializing in the care of children.

internist

A physician specializing in internal medicine.

Doc

I need to see my doc about this cough.

Quack

He's not a real physician, just a quack pretending to be one.