Refer
Refer
Refer (pronounced: /ˈriː.fər/) is a term commonly used in the medical field. It is derived from the Latin word "referre" which means "to bring back".
In a medical context, to refer typically means to send or direct for treatment, aid, information, or decision. It is often used when a healthcare professional sends a patient to another specialist or service for further examination or treatment.
Usage
The term refer is often used in the context of a primary care physician referring a patient to a specialist. For example, a general practitioner may refer a patient to a cardiologist if they suspect heart disease.
Related Terms
- Referral: The act of directing someone to a different place or person for information, help, or action, often to a person or group with more knowledge or power.
- Specialist: A person who concentrates primarily on a particular subject or activity; a person highly skilled in a specific and restricted field.
- Primary Care Physician: A physician who provides both the first contact for a person with an undiagnosed health concern as well as continuing care of varied medical conditions, not limited by cause, organ system, or diagnosis.
Etymology
The term refer comes from the Latin word "referre" which means "to bring back". It was first used in the English language in the 14th century.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Refer
- Wikipedia's article - Refer
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