OPHTHALMOLOGISTS Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

ophthalmologists

noun

plural of ophthalmologist

as in optometrists

a medical professional who studies and treats problems and diseases of the eye

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Recent Examples of ophthalmologists In recent years, medical credit cards have made their way into the South Florida offices of dentists, ophthalmologists and other doctors as one way people can finance their care. — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 After all, ophthalmologists in the United States have an average take-home pay exceeding $400,000 per year. — Peter Ubel, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026 Sunglasses, hats recommended for sun protection AHN ophthalmologists say many people remember sunscreen but often forget eye protection. — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 16 June 2026 Indeed, the American economy looks more and more like Big Law, overtorqued toward financial firms that are pushing into our retirement accounts, buying up our ophthalmologists and car washes, and are becoming the largest indirect employers in the country. — Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 5 Feb. 2026 To help with medical costs as the family has juggled visits to specialists, including neurosurgeons, endocrinologists and ophthalmologists, Sargent launched a GoFundMe campaign that has raised more than $5,000. — Susan Young, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025 The practice’s board‑certified ophthalmologists and experienced optometrists bring more than 75 years of combined professional experience and have performed over 18,000 major ophthalmic surgeries and laser procedures, utilizing current surgical and laser techniques. — Community's Choice Awards, jsonline.com, 7 Mar. 2026 Starting guard Reese Dixon-Waters was a full practice participant two days after missing the 77-45 victory against Long Beach State with a corneal abrasion in his eye that necessitated a trip to the emergency room followed by appointments with ophthalmologists. — Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025 Located in Oklahoma City near the OU Health Sciences Center, Dean McGee Eye Institute also conducts vision research and trains future ophthalmologists through its residency and fellowship programs. — Community's Choice Awards, Oklahoman, 7 Mar. 2026

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Many of those advances have shifted cancer care toward more individualized treatment, allowing physicians to tailor therapies based on a patient's specific disease.

— Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
Thus, specialty pharmacies and clients in the business need the latest technology solutions when dealing with doctors, drug manufacturers, insurance companies and prescribing physicians.

— Bruce Japsen, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of physicians

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Many moms and fellow pediatricians were quick to agree in online comments, saying these were simple, common-sense tips that have worked for them.

— Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez, CNN Money, 30 June 2026
In addition, the Food and Drug Administration hasn’t approved any insomnia medications for children, so pediatricians don’t have many options.

— Sally Ibrahim, The Conversation, 23 June 2026

Definition of pediatricians

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Likewise, Tri-City has already begun using its powers as a public health care district to recruit additional obstetricians to the area.

— Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026
In a notice published last month in the Federal Register, HHS encouraged specialists such as anesthesiologists, cardiologists, oncologists, radiologists and obstetricians to consider serving.

— Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 20 May 2026

Definition of obstetricians

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Oprah and podiatrists are all in on Vionic shoes, and the Winny sneakers are a great pair to try from the brand.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 3 July 2026
Both podiatrists and travelers with foot pain love the sandal, praising its breathable cork footbed and patented heel technology.

— Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026

Definition of podiatrists

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Eight groups challenged the department’s definition in court, representing nurse practitioners, therapists, speech language pathologists and more.

— Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
Eight groups challenged the department's definition in court, representing nurse practitioners, therapists, speech language pathologists and more.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 June 2026

Definition of pathologists

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Patients will first need prior authorization -- prescribing clinicians will submit documentation proving the patient meets strict body mass index (BMI) and health condition requirements.

— Sony Salzman, ABC News, 1 July 2026
There is a general perception that clinicians are averse to new technology.

— Zaman Shah, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of clinicians

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