medical

Related to doctors, health, and the treatment of illness or injury.

• You should get medical advice.
• She wants to go to medical school.
• The hospital keeps all medical records on a secure system.

Common phrases: medical advice, medical records, medical school

Describing an illness, injury, or health problem that needs a doctor’s treatment.

• This is a medical emergency.
• Her medical condition requires regular treatment.
• Tell the doctor about any existing medical problems.

Common phrases: medical condition, medical emergency, medical problem

Intended to treat illness, reduce pain, or improve health.

• She receives medical treatment for her pain.
• The law permits medical cannabis for some patients.
• The plant is grown for medical use.

Similar words: medicinal, therapeutic

Common phrases: medical cannabis, medical marijuana, medical treatment

An examination by a doctor to check your general health.

• I have a medical tomorrow.
• She passed her medical before starting the job.
• All the players undergo a medical at the beginning of the season.

Similar words: checkup, health check, physical

Common phrases: have a medical, pass a medical, annual medical