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 How Heated Eye Masks Work Warm compresses have long been used by ophthalmologists to loosen clogged oil glands in the eyelids. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Oct. 2026 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 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 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 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 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 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 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

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Staffed by volunteer physicians like Eubanks, the facility provides medical and dental care to community members caught in the gap between high healthcare costs and strict income limits.

— La'Tasha Givens, CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026
The study also detailed how physicians often change their referral and prescribing patterns after their practices are acquired by hospitals, sometimes requesting imaging or other procedures that are not needed.

— Melody Petersen, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of physicians

Noun

This idea changed how doctors and scientists study cognitive health by emphasizing earlier detection and lifestyle changes.

— Richard Sima, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
When asked about the return of the boot, Underwood said Mirković didn’t suffer a setback but doctors wanted to be sure his foot was healing the right way.

— Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of doctors

Noun

Researchers and pediatricians are increasingly emphasizing content, context and emotional experiences when assessing the potential effects of screen time, and that reframing is beginning to reshape the advice families get.

— Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026
Vaccines have been so successful that many of today’s parents and many young pediatricians have never seen what these diseases can do.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of pediatricians

Noun

Menopause isn’t prioritized as a field of study among obstetricians and gynecologists.

— Lyndon Haviland, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026
Morad spearheads the kidnapping of Julie, who gives birth in a scene of gonzo fakery, with the militia men acting as obstetricians.

— Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of obstetricians

Noun

Arkansas communities need comprehensive access to all health-care professionals--including podiatrists--to keep patients healthy, prevent complications and reduce unnecessary costs.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026
Amazon just slashed prices on New Balance shoes, including the Fresh Foam Roav V1, a sneaker loved and recommended by podiatrists, nurses, runners, and travelers alike.

— Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of podiatrists

Noun

Women often consult primary care physicians as perimenopausal symptoms develop, and there are significant gaps in menopause knowledge among clinicians who practice internal medicine.

— Lyndon Haviland, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026
For head and neck cancer survivors specifically, nearly all clinicians routinely assess cancer recurrence, swallowing and thyroid function.

— Marci Lee Nilsen, The Conversation, 22 Oct. 2026

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