Address

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Address (Medicine)

Address (pronounced ad-dress) in the context of medicine, refers to the specific location or destination of a medical service or procedure. This term is often used in the context of healthcare delivery, patient navigation, and medical record keeping.

Etymology

The term 'address' originates from the Old French 'adrecier' which means 'to direct or guide'. In the context of medicine, it has been adapted to refer to the specific location or destination of a medical service or procedure.

Related Terms

  • Healthcare delivery: The provision of health services to individuals or communities.
  • Patient navigation: A process designed to overcome obstacles in the healthcare system to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.
  • Medical record keeping: The systematic documentation of a patient's medical history and care.

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