multispecialty
MUL-tee-SPESH-ul-tee
Definition
Involving or consisting of a variety of medical specialties working together to provide comprehensive care.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'multus' meaning 'many' combined with the English word 'specialty,' which originates from the Latin 'specialis' meaning 'individual or particular kind.' It evolved to describe the concentration of professional expertise in specific, yet diverse, medical fields.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe a modern clinical model where various specialists collaborate to manage chronic pain, rather than relying on a single practitioner. This integrated approach is presented as a vital strategy for improving patient outcomes in future pain management.
A New Setting for the Future of Pain Management
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