Meaning Of The Word Barefoot doctor

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barefoot doctor in American English
a healthcare worker in China trained to attend to the basic medical needs of villagers in rural areas
noun: a layperson trained to provide a number of basic health-care services, esp. in rural areas

barefoot doctor in British English
noun: (esp in developing countries) a worker trained as a medical auxiliary in a rural area who dispenses medicine, gives first aid, assists at childbirth, etc

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