Ginecólogo (en. Gynecologist)

/xineˈko.lo.ɣo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Physician specialized in gynecology.
The gynecologist performed a complete exam on the patient.
El ginecólogo realizó un examen completo a la paciente.
Health professional focused on women's reproductive health.
She visited the gynecologist for her annual check-up.
Ella visitó al ginecólogo para realizarse un chequeo anual.
Expert in childbirth and other aspects related to female health.
The gynecologist explained the different types of childbirth during the consultation.
El ginecólogo explicó los diferentes tipos de parto durante la consulta.

Etymology

From the Greek 'gynē' meaning woman and 'logos' meaning study.

Common Phrases and Expressions

gynecological consultation
Medical visit for reproductive health check-ups.
consulta ginecológica
gynecological exam
Medical review of the female reproductive system.
examen ginecológico
prenatal check-up
Medical follow-up during pregnancy.
control prenatal

Related Words

gynecology
Medical discipline that deals with diseases of the female.
ginecología
obstetrician
Physician specialized in the care of pregnancy and childbirth.
obstetra
menstruation
Monthly bleeding that women experience.
menstruación

Slang Meanings

Doc
I'm going to the doc for my regular check-up.
Voy al doc para mi chequeo habitual.
Gyn
I have an appointment with the gyn this week.
Tengo cita con la gine esta semana.