diplomate

• Profissional de saúde, especialmente médico, cuja competência é certificada por um conselho ou entidade profissional. Em geral, designa um especialista certificado por uma banca examinadora.

A medical specialist whose competence has been certified by a diploma granted by an appropriate professional group.

1. Certified medical specialistC1formalmedical

   A medical professional who has been certified by a diploma from a relevant professional board, indicating advanced competence in a specific field.

   Especialista diplomado

   • She is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine.
   • The hospital requires all surgeons to be diplomates of their respective boards.
   • He became a diplomate after passing the rigorous certification exam.