Cardiologist: meaning, definitions and examples

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cardiologist

 

[ ˌkɑːr.diˈɑː.lə.dʒɪst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical profession

A cardiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating heart disorders. They perform various tests, manage cardiovascular diseases, and provide preventative care. Cardiologists play a critical role in the treatment of conditions such as heart attacks, heart murmurs, and arrhythmias. They are also involved in educating patients about lifestyle changes to improve heart health.

Synonyms

cardiac physician, heart doctor, heart specialist.

Examples of usage

  • My cardiologist recommended a new diet plan.
  • She visits her cardiologist annually for a check-up.
  • The cardiologist explained the results of my echocardiogram.
  • He became a cardiologist to help patients with heart problems.

Translations

Translations of the word "cardiologist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cardiologista

🇮🇳 कार्डियोलॉजिस्ट

🇩🇪 Kardiologe

🇮🇩 kardiolog

🇺🇦 кардіолог

🇵🇱 kardiolog

🇯🇵 心臓専門医

🇫🇷 cardiologue

🇪🇸 cardiólogo

🇹🇷 kardiyolog

🇰🇷 심장 전문의

🇸🇦 طبيب قلب

🇨🇿 kardiolog

🇸🇰 kardiológ

🇨🇳 心脏病专家

🇸🇮 kardiolog

🇮🇸 hjartalæknir

🇰🇿 кардиолог

🇬🇪 კარდიოლოგი

🇦🇿 kardioloq

🇲🇽 cardiólogo

Etymology

The term 'cardiologist' is derived from the Greek word 'kardia', which means 'heart', and the suffix '-logist', which denotes a specialist or expert in a particular field. The study of the heart and its diseases dates back to ancient times, but modern cardiology began to take shape in the 20th century with advancements in medical technology and understanding of heart physiology. As medical knowledge expanded, the role of the cardiologist evolved, leading to the establishment of this specialty as a crucial component of modern healthcare. Today, cardiologists are vital in managing the increasing prevalence of cardiovascular diseases around the world.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,275, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.