internist
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of internist
An Americanism dating back to 1900–05; intern(al medicine) + -ist
Example Sentences
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Pattra Chun-on, M.D., an internist pursuing her Ph.D. in Alder's lab, set out to uncover that missing link.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 1, 2026
In February, Arthur Rose stepped into his office as an internist doctor for the last time after practising medicine for over 65 years.
From BBC ● Jun. 13, 2026
“Patients are self-reporting, and telehealth companies don’t have the patient in front of them to conduct a proper medical assessment,” said Rupal Mathur, an internist in Houston whose practice specializes in weight loss.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 17, 2026
“Older patients need to change their mindset,” said Adam Rosenbluth, a New York City-based internist and cardiologist.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 7, 2026
“He’s an internist, not a cardiologist. He should get an EKG.”
From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan
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