Attending physician
Attending Physician
An Attending Physician (pronunciation: /əˈtɛndɪŋ fɪˈzɪʃən/) is a doctor who has completed their residency and practices medicine in a clinic or hospital, in the specialty learned during residency. They may be a general practitioner or a specialist.
Etymology
The term "Attending Physician" originates from the word "attend", which in this context means to be present professionally. The term "physician" is derived from the Greek word "physikos", which means nature.
Role
The Attending Physician is often the senior-most doctor or surgeon overseeing a patient's care. They are responsible for the overall treatment and management of the patient's medical needs. This includes diagnosing the patient, creating a treatment plan, monitoring the patient's progress, and making necessary adjustments to the treatment plan.
The Attending Physician often leads a team of other healthcare professionals, which may include resident physicians, medical interns, and nurses. They also often have teaching responsibilities for medical students and residents.
Related Terms
- Resident Physician: A doctor who has graduated from medical school and is undergoing specialized training in a specific medical field.
- Medical Intern: A doctor who has just graduated from medical school and is in their first year of postgraduate training.
- Consultant: A senior doctor who has completed all of their specialist training and has been placed on the specialist register in their chosen field.
- Fellow: A doctor who is undergoing further specialized training after completing their residency.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Attending physician
- Wikipedia's article - Attending physician
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