Definition of Orthopedist

1. Noun. A specialist in correcting deformities of the skeletal system (especially in children).

Exact synonyms: Orthopaedist
Generic synonyms: Medical Specialist, Specialist
Derivative terms: Orthopaedics, Orthopedics

Definition of Orthopedist

1. n. One who prevents, cures, or remedies deformities, esp. in children.

Definition of Orthopedist

1. Noun. An orthopedic surgeon ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Orthopedist

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Orthopedist

1. One who prevents, cures, or remedies deformities, especially. In children. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Orthopedist

orthopaedics
orthopaedist
orthopaedists
orthopathy
orthopedic
orthopedic bed
orthopedic equipment
orthopedic fixation devices
orthopedic nursing
orthopedic procedures
orthopedic shoe
orthopedic surgeon
orthopedical
orthopedically
orthopedics
orthopedist (current term)
orthopedists
orthopedy
orthopercussion
orthoperiodate
orthophemistic
orthophenylene
orthophenylphenol
orthophony
orthophoria
orthophoric
orthophosphate
orthophosphates
orthophosphoric
orthophosphoric acid

Literary usage of Orthopedist

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. In a Family Way by Rochelle Hollander Schwab (1995)
"orthopedist removed the cast in mid-February. Sonya rejoiced in being able to walk without crutches and turn the shower up full force instead of bathing in ..."

2. American Medicine (1921)
"While the use of the X-ray in orthopedics has been practically universal since this method of examination was devised, the present-day orthopedist is more ..."

3. Orthopedic Surgery by James Edward Moore (1898)
"It is only within the past decade that even an orthopedist has been able to give a ... While the writer believes that the orthopedist should be eminently ..."

4. Standard Specifications for Personal Service by New York (N.Y.). Bureau of Standards (1917)
"Senior Physician (orthopedist): The duties of Senior Physicians (orthopedist) are to exercise a high degree of technical skill and ability in the diagnosis ..."

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