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bariatrics

bariatrics

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A part of medicine that helps prevent and treat obesity
  • noun
  • /ˌbɛriˈætrɪks/
  • Specialized
: bariatría
  • After years of struggling with her weight, she turned to bariatrics for help.

Examples

  • The field of bariatrics is rapidly evolving.

  • The hospital recently opened a new bariatrics department to address rising obesity rates.

  • Doctors specializing in bariatrics often work with nutritionists and surgeons.

  • Many doctors specialize in bariatrics to help patients lose weight.

  • She consulted a doctor who specializes in bariatrics to discuss weight loss options.

  • The clinic focuses on bariatrics to help patients manage their obesity effectively.

  • He enrolled in a program that offers support and guidance in bariatrics to tackle his weight issues.

Surface Forms

bariatrics singular
bariatrics plural

Morphology

bariatrics = bariatric (opaque) = bariatr + ics

The formation 'bariatric' (adjective) + the disciplinary suffix '-ics' is a standard and predictable derivation.

Etymology

Bariatrics comes from Greek parts bar- meaning 'weight' and -iatric meaning 'doctor' or 'healing', the same -iatric you see in pediatric. So bariatrics is the medical care and treatment for problems with 'weight', such as obesity.