as in family doctor
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Recent Examples of family physician
The president announced Means as his pick a day before his initial choice for the position, New York family physician and Fox News contributor Janette Nesheiwat, was scheduled to have a hearing with senators Thursday.
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Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025
The Reason Fluoride Is in Our Drinking Water In the early part of the 20th century, cavities were extremely prevalent and tooth loss was common in both children and adults, says Beth Oller, MD, a family physician in Stockton, Kansas.
—Sherri Gordon, Clc, Parents, 11 Apr. 2025
Those include scheduling outdoor activities during cooler parts of the day, maintaining proper hydration, and checking all medications with a family physician to identify any potential issues.
—Khloe Quill, Fox News, 5 Mar. 2025
Ed Kraemer, a family physician who practiced in Lee’s Summit for nearly two decades, opposes the legislation, telling The Star that the bills are tailored to support a product that kills people.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 24 Feb. 2025
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Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025
The Reason Fluoride Is in Our Drinking Water In the early part of the 20th century, cavities were extremely prevalent and tooth loss was common in both children and adults, says Beth Oller, MD, a family physician in Stockton, Kansas.
—Sherri Gordon, Clc, Parents, 11 Apr. 2025
Those include scheduling outdoor activities during cooler parts of the day, maintaining proper hydration, and checking all medications with a family physician to identify any potential issues.
—Khloe Quill, Fox News, 5 Mar. 2025
Ed Kraemer, a family physician who practiced in Lee’s Summit for nearly two decades, opposes the legislation, telling The Star that the bills are tailored to support a product that kills people.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for family physician
Noun
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Eighty-one percent had high confidence in their family doctor.—
Karlyn Bowman,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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In founding Trellis Health, Giraud, formerly of genomics company Illumina, discovered that the concept of a family doctor — essentially a physician who has seen several generations in one family and therefore is able to provide more precise care — no longer exists.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2019
Noun
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If a referral is needed, ask your regular healthcare provider, such as a family practitioner, primary care provider, or, in some cases, a gynecologist.—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
25 Nov. 2024
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The company will sell directly to potential customers, alongside clinicians and family practitioners.—
Erin Brodwin,
Axios,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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That is a decision between a parent and their doctor.—
/ CBS News,
CBS News,
1 June 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions Can doctors tell the difference between alcoholic and non-alcoholic fatty liver?—
Suchandrima Bhowmik,
Health,
31 May 2025
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By then, Bustamante had found a new passion, going back to school to become a physician’s assistant.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2025
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The bill also prohibits physicians and other health care providers from sharing any information about these services or related consultation with the minor’s parent or guardian without the minor’s express consent, according to the bill’s analysis.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2025
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“Family physician.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/family%20physician. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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