De kinderneurochirurg
Example: De kinderneurochirurg opereerde succesvol bij het jonge meisje.
Definition
A "kinderneurochirurg" is a medical specialist who performs surgical operations on the nervous system of children, including the brain and spinal cord. This doctor is trained to treat neurological conditions specifically in pediatric patients.
Etymology
The word "kinderneurochirurg" is a compound Dutch term combining "kinder" meaning child, "neuro" referring to nerves or the nervous system, and "chirurg" meaning surgeon. It literally translates to 'child neuro surgeon,' reflecting its precise role in pediatric neurosurgery.
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"De kinderneurochirurg" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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the pediatric neurosurgeon