rheumatologist
/ˌruməˈtɑlədʒɪst/
noun
- A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the joints, muscles, and immune system, such as arthritis and lupus.
- The rheumatologist prescribed a new medication to reduce inflammation.
- My primary care doctor referred me to a rheumatologist for my joint pain.
- After several tests, the rheumatologist confirmed that I have rheumatoid arthritis.
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