Accredited
Accredited
Accredited (pronounced: /əˈkrɛdɪtɪd/) is a term often used in the medical and healthcare industry to denote a status of recognition or certification granted by an official or authoritative body. The term originates from the Latin word 'accreditare', which means to give credence to or to believe in.
Etymology
The term 'accredited' is derived from the Latin word 'accreditare', which is a combination of 'ad-' (to, towards) and 'creditum' (loan, trust). In the context of healthcare, it refers to the process of granting recognition or certification to a healthcare provider or institution that meets certain standards set by an official or authoritative body.
Related Terms
- Accreditation: The process of granting recognition or certification to a healthcare provider or institution that meets certain standards set by an official or authoritative body.
- Certification: A formal process by which a recognized body, usually a non-governmental institution, assesses and verifies the attributes, characteristics, quality, qualification, or status of individuals or organizations in accordance with established requirements or standards.
- Healthcare Provider: An individual or institution that provides medical services to patients. This can include doctors, nurses, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities.
- Authoritative Body: An organization or institution that has the power to make decisions, to command, or to determine outcomes in a particular field or sector.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Accredited
- Wikipedia's article - Accredited
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