El oncólogo pediátrico
Example: El oncólogo pediátrico explicó el tratamiento a los padres preocupados.
Definition
"El oncólogo pediátrico" is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats cancer in children. This professional focuses on pediatric oncology, managing various childhood cancers and guiding families through complex treatment plans and care processes.
Etymology
The term "el oncólogo pediátrico" combines Spanish words "oncólogo" (oncologist) and "pediátrico" (pediatric). "Oncólogo" derives from Greek "onkos" meaning tumor and "-logos" meaning study, while "pediátrico" comes from Greek "pais" meaning child and "iatros" meaning doctor. Together, the phrase specifically refers to a doctor who treats cancers in children.
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"El oncólogo pediátrico" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Medical Professions - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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the pediatric oncologist