allied health
noun
a segment of healthcare professions comprised of specialized occupations that require certification, including physical therapists, dental hygienists, social workers, speech therapists, nutritionists, etc., but not including doctors, nurses, and dentists.
Origin of allied health
1First recorded in 1965–70
Words Nearby allied health
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