cli
nic
Plural
clinics
1
a part of a hospital or a healthcare facility that provides care for patients who do not require an overnight stay
A clinic is a section of a hospital or healthcare facility that provides care to patients who do not need overnight stays. Clinics offer medical services such as consultations, examinations, treatments, and minor procedures. They specialize in various fields such as basic care, specialty care like cardiology or dermatology, or specific treatments such as physical therapy or dental care.
- She visited the dental clinic for her routine check-up and cleaning.
- The pediatric clinic provides vaccinations and well-child visits for infants and children.
- He attends physical therapy sessions at the sports clinic to rehabilitate his knee injury.
- The clinic offers mental health counseling services to support patients dealing with stress and anxiety.
- They opened a free clinic in the community to provide healthcare services to underserved populations.
2
a session or meeting for instruction or guidance in a particular skill or activity
- The soccer clinic taught young players advanced techniques.
- She attended a writing clinic to improve her skills.
- The guitar clinic provided tips on finger positioning.
- Students participated in a speech clinic for public speaking.
- The photography clinic focused on lighting and composition.
3
a bedside or small-group teaching session in a hospital, used for medical or surgical education
- The professor demonstrated the procedure during the clinic.
- Bedside clinics allow students to observe patient care directly.
- The surgical clinic focused on rare conditions.
- Residents presented cases during the morning clinic.
- The clinic offered hands-on learning for medical students.