flight surgeon
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flight surgeon
n.
An air force physician who specializes in aeromedicine.
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flight surgeon
n
(Military) a medical officer specializing in aviation medicine in the US and certain other air forces
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flight′ sur`geon
n.
a medical officer in the U.S. Air Force who is trained in aviation medicine.
[1920–25]
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flight surgeon
A physician specially trained in aviator medical practice whose primary duty is the medical examination and medical care of aircrew.
Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.
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Noun | 1. | flight surgeon - a medical officer specializing in aviation medicine medical officer, medic - a medical practitioner in the armed forces |
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