plural traumatologists
: an individual specializing in traumatology:
a
: a physician (such as an orthopedic surgeon) specializing in the treatment of severe, acute physical injuries (as from a car accident or gunshot wound) sustained by individuals requiring immediate medical attention
b
: a health care professional specializing in the treatment of psychological trauma in individuals affected by severe mental or emotional stress or physical injury

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of traumatologist was in 1913

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“Traumatologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/traumatologist. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

Medical Definition

: an individual specializing in traumatology:
a
: a physician (as an orthopedic surgeon) specializing in the treatment of severe, acute physical injuries (as from a car accident or gunshot wound) sustained by individuals requiring immediate medical attention
b
: a health care professional specializing in the treatment of psychological trauma in individuals affected by severe mental or emotional stress or physical injury
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