Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

medical-evaluation

noun
/ˈmɛdɪkl ˌɛvaˈleɪʃən/
Definition
A systematic assessment of a person’s health to determine the presence or absence of a medical condition.
Examples
  • A medical evaluation is often required before surgery.
  • After the accident, he underwent a thorough medical evaluation.
  • The medical evaluation included blood tests and imaging studies.
Meaning
The process of examining and analyzing a patient’s health status, often involving various tests and consultations to establish a diagnosis or treatment plan.
Synonyms
  • health assessment
  • health examination
  • medical assessment