proctologist

[ prok-tol-uh-jist ]

noun

1. a physician specializing in proctology, the branch of medicine that deals with the rectum and anus:

   After seeking medical attention from a proctologist, he underwent extensive testing to rule out colon cancer, Crohn's disease, and other serious conditions.

Word History and Origins

Origin of proctologist¹

proctolog(y) ( def ) + -ist ( def )

Example Sentences

The call to support Comic-Con is more clear to locals than the need to make sure the proctologists have a nice place to party and trade tips every year.

From Voice of San Diego

He announced that he was my proctologist, and that he had to examine me immediately.

From The Daily Beast