as in family physician
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Recent Examples of family doctor
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.
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Emily Burns, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
And, as always, caregivers can always call their family doctor with any concerns, Oller adds.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 16 Mar. 2025
Florida’s slowdown in kindergarten vaccinations, which began after COVID arrived five years ago, mirrors a nationwide decrease in a post-pandemic world where politics, misinformation and personal freedom have muddied vaccination guidance and reduced trust in what the family doctor recommends.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 15 Mar. 2025
But my family doctor wasn't listening to me.
—Shannin Desroches, People.com, 20 Feb. 2025
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Emily Burns, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
And, as always, caregivers can always call their family doctor with any concerns, Oller adds.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 16 Mar. 2025
Florida’s slowdown in kindergarten vaccinations, which began after COVID arrived five years ago, mirrors a nationwide decrease in a post-pandemic world where politics, misinformation and personal freedom have muddied vaccination guidance and reduced trust in what the family doctor recommends.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 15 Mar. 2025
But my family doctor wasn't listening to me.
—Shannin Desroches, People.com, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for family doctor
Noun
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Here’s what colorectal surgeons, gastroenterologists, and family physicians have to say.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
2 June 2025
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In our clinic, Casas helped nurse midwives and family physicians set up and facilitate groups for pregnant women.—
Daphne Miller,
Mercury News,
28 May 2025
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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Kasey Allen The family was joined by Caleb and taken to a bigger hospital, where two other doctors attempted to remove the battery.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
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“Family doctor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/family%20doctor. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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