What is another word for etiologist?
Pronunciation: [ˌɛtɪˈɒləd͡ʒˌɪst] (IPA) 
An etiologist is an expert in the study of the causes and origins of diseases. Synonyms for the term include pathologist, immunologist, epidemiologist, and infectious diseases specialist. A pathologist analyzes tissue samples to diagnose diseases and determine their cause. An immunologist studies the immune system and its response to diseases. Epidemiologists focus on tracking and analyzing the spread of diseases, while infectious diseases specialists specialize in treating and preventing infectious diseases. All of these professions have a common goal of understanding the causes of diseases in order to develop effective treatments and prevention methods.
