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Landarzt

rural general practitioner

noun LANT-artst Rare

Also means

country doctor

Usage Note

Landarzt is a GP working in a rural or remote area. Germany has a well-documented Landarztmangel (rural doctor shortage), prompting special grants for medical students who commit to rural practice after qualifying.

Examples

"Der Landarzt fuhr auch nachts zu seinen Patienten, wenn es nötig war."

Natural Translation

The country doctor also drove to his patients at night when it was necessary.

Literal Translation

The country-doctor drove also at night to his patients, when it was necessary.

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