attending physician

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-000800",
  "term": "attending physician",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "A medical doctor who is responsible for the overall care of a patient in a hospital or clinic setting. An attending physician may also supervise and teach medical students, interns, and residents involved in the patient’s care.",
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/attending-physician/"
}