secondary care

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The healthcare services provided by medical specialists who generally do not have first contact with patients, e.g. cardiologists, urologists, or endodontists. It includes short-term care for acute conditions such as injury and childbirth.

Word forms

secondary care
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