Clinician Meaning

/klɪˈnɪʃən/
B2

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nounAny healthcare practitioner working at the point of care, in clinical practice (e.g., physicians in clinical medicine, nurses in nursing practice, or allied health providers in practice).

nounSomeone who conducts a clinic; an expert or skilled practitioner in a particular field, such as business or education. In this sense, a clinician is someone who provides practical advice or hands-on assistance to others in a specific area of expertise. For example, a business clinician might be an experienced consultant who helps companies improve their operations, while an education clinician might be a skilled teacher who provides professional development and support to other educators.

Please instruct the patient to visit a clinician.
She was a much better clinician than researcher.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Each ____ at the hospital must complete a detailed report for every patient.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
A ____ is a doctor who specializes in the treatment of patients.

From French clinicien, equivalent to clinic + -ian.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
Each ____ at the hospital must complete a detailed report for every patient.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
A ____ is a doctor who specializes in the treatment of patients.

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