Tag: Medical titles

According to a 2022 survey, a significant portion of the American public is confused about the educational and training differences between healthcare professionals. This confusion is at the heart of the debate over whether a nurse practitioner can call themself a doctor, a topic with significant implications for patient trust and transparency.

According to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), NPs deliver primary care in a variety of settings, highlighting their critical role in patient care. This raises a common question: **Do you address a nurse practitioner as a doctor?** The answer is nuanced, depending on their level of education and professional setting, and requires an understanding of different medical titles.