noun
attending physician; doctor in charge
Refers to the specific doctor responsible for a patient's care in a hospital or clinic setting. Common in medical contexts and everyday conversation about healthcare.
担当医に相談してください。
Please consult your attending physician.
担当医が手術の説明をしてくれた。
The doctor in charge explained the surgery to me.
Compound of 担当 (in charge) and 医 (doctor).