El médico laboral
Example: El médico laboral ayuda a los trabajadores con sus problemas de salud.
Definition
"El médico laboral" refers to a medical professional specializing in occupational health. This doctor focuses on preventing and treating work-related injuries and illnesses, ensuring the safety and well-being of employees in their workplace environment.
Etymology
The term "el médico laboral" combines the Spanish word "médico," meaning doctor or physician, with "laboral," derived from Latin "laboralis," meaning related to work. Together, they literally mean 'work doctor,' highlighting the role's focus on health in the labor context.
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"El médico laboral" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Medical Professions - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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the occupational doctor