Translation guide
A clinician is a healthcare professional who works directly with patients, such as a doctor, nurse, or therapist. In Japanese, the term is often translated as 臨床医 (りんしょうい) for medical doctors, but broader equivalents exist depending on context.
Referring to a physician who treats patients, as opposed to one focused on research or administration.
Standard term for a clinician, specifically a medical doctor engaged in clinical practice.
Referring to any healthcare worker who interacts with patients, such as nurses, therapists, or clinical psychologists.
Descriptive phrase meaning 'healthcare professional engaged in clinical work.' Used when 'clinician' encompasses non-physician roles.
The English word 'clinician' does not have a single perfect equivalent in Japanese. Using 臨床医 is appropriate for medical doctors, but for other healthcare professionals, a descriptive phrase is often better. Avoid directly translating 'clinician' as クリニシャン, which is not commonly used.
彼は大学病院の臨床医です。
He is a clinician at a university hospital.
Refers to the attending physician or primary doctor responsible for a patient's care. More specific than 'clinician' but commonly used in clinical contexts.
主治医に相談してください。
Please consult your clinician (attending physician).
A broader term for a clinical practitioner, not limited to physicians. Can include psychologists, therapists, etc. Less common than 臨床医.
彼女は優れた臨床家として知られている。
She is known as an excellent clinician.
For clinicians, communication with patients is crucial.
Borrowed term 'clinical staff,' used in hospital settings to refer to clinicians collectively, including nurses and therapists.
臨床スタッフの研修を行います。
We will conduct training for clinicians.
Specifically a clinical psychologist. Use only when the clinician is a mental health professional.
臨床心理士がカウンセリングを担当します。
A clinician (clinical psychologist) will handle the counseling.