Referral

usgb/rɪˈfɜːrəl/
noun

The act of directing someone to a different place or person for information, help, or action, often to a person or group with more knowledge or power.

The doctor gave him a referral to a specialist to further evaluate his condition.
Visual representation of "referral" - The act of directing someone to a different place or person for information, help, or action, often to a person or group with more knowledge or power

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  • doctor referral
  • referral system
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Medical Context

Referral in medical terms usually involves seeing a specialist after primary doctor's advice.

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I got a referral for an MRI scan.
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Professional Trust

A referral indicates trust in another professional's expertise.

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My therapist's referral to a counselor was very helpful.
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