psychiatrist

(sĭ-kī'ə-trĭst, sī-)
n.
A physician who specializes in psychiatry.

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A medical doctor who specialises in the treatment of mental of behavioural disorders. Compare psychologist.

IN BRIEF: A doctor who takes care of people who are mentally ill.

There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face. — Ames Williams

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