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rheumatologist
[ roo-muh-tol-uh-jist ]
noun
- a specialist in rheumatology, especially a physician who specializes in the treatment of rheumatic diseases, as arthritis, lupus erythematosus, and scleroderma.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of rheumatologist1
First recorded in 1945–50; rheumatolog(y) + -ist
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Example Sentences
Dean said she has identified fake reviews for dozens of other medical practices including two separate practices in California, a rheumatologist and a pain clinic, both involving the same review broker as The Center.
From Washington Post
My rheumatologist started me off at 40mg daily, and yes, it relieved the swelling!
From The Daily Beast
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