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Doctors A group of highly educated individuals who claim to know more than they actually do, and charge exorbitant amounts for their services. ■ "I went to the doctors and they told me I had a rare disease that only affects people with three legs. I guess it's true because I have two!
dermatologist A person who specializes in the study and treatment of skin conditions. They are also known as dermatologists. ■ Why did the dermatologist refuse to play cards with the other doctors? Because they always dealt with rashes!
reschedule To change a plan or appointment to a later time, usually because the original time has passed. ■ "I'll reschedule my doctor's appointment for next week, I had it tomorrow but I forgot."
anesthesiologist A person who makes people feel sleepy and forgetful by giving them medicine. They are also known as "sleep doctors". ■ "I heard the anesthesiologist was so good at his job that he put himself to sleep just by looking at a patient."
Angiogram A visual representation of the blood vessels in a person's body, often used by doctors to diagnose and treat medical conditions. ■ The patient was asked if they wanted to see their "angiogram" before undergoing surgery. A hilarious and exaggerated description of a person's personality or behavior, often used to make fun of them. ■ "He's such an angiogram," said Sarah, "he thinks he can do anything but actually has no idea what he's doing."
Paraphernalia A collection of unnecessary and often pretentious items, usually associated with a particular profession or social class. ■ "The doctor's paraphernalia included a stethoscope, a blood pressure cuff, and a large leather-bound medical dictionary that he used to impress his patients."
Prescriptions The written orders of a doctor for medicines to be filled at a pharmacy. ■ I forgot to bring my prescriptions to the doctor's office, so I had to explain my symptoms in detail and get them written out again.
psychiatrist A person who specializes in the study and treatment of mental disorders, often referred to as "crazy doctors". ■ "I went to a psychiatrist because I was feeling really down. He gave me some pills and told me to stop eating so many carrots.