Physicist vs. Physician

Physicistnoun

A person whose occupation specializes in the science of physics, especially at a professional level.

Physicistnoun

(archaic) A believer in the theory that the fundamental phenomena of life are to be explained upon purely chemical and physical principles (opposed to vitalist).

Physicistnoun

One versed in physics.

Physicistnoun

A believer in the theory that the fundamental phenomena of life are to be explained upon purely chemical and physical principles; - opposed to vitalist.

Physicistnoun

a scientist trained in physics

Physicist

A physicist is a scientist who specializes in the field of physics, which encompasses the interactions of matter and energy at all length and time scales in the physical universe. Physicists generally are interested in the root or ultimate causes of phenomena, and usually frame their understanding in mathematical terms.

Physiciannoun

A practitioner of physic, i.e. a specialist in internal medicine, especially as opposed to a surgeon; a practitioner who treats with medication rather than with surgery.

Physiciannoun

A medical doctor trained in human medicine.

Physiciannoun

A person skilled in physic, or the art of healing; one duty authorized to prescribe remedies for, and treat, diseases; a doctor of medicine.

Physiciannoun

Hence, figuratively, one who ministers to moral diseases; as, a physician of the soul.

Physiciannoun

a licensed medical practitioner;

Physician

A physician (American English), medical practitioner (Commonwealth English), medical doctor, or simply doctor, is a professional who practices medicine, which is concerned with promoting, maintaining or restoring health through the study, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of disease, injury, and other physical and mental impairments. Physicians may focus their practice on certain disease categories, types of patients, and methods of treatment—known as specialities—or they may assume responsibility for the provision of continuing and comprehensive medical care to individuals, families, and communities—known as general practice.