1. Plural of feldsher; medical practitioners or paramedics, especially in Russia and former Soviet countries, trained to provide basic medical care and perform minor surgical procedures.
Usage: Chiefly historical or regional; Used in Russian and Eastern European medical contexts

Examples

• Feldshers played a crucial role in providing healthcare to rural communities in the Soviet Union.
• The clinic employed several feldshers who handled routine patient care and minor injuries.
• In remote areas, feldshers often served as the primary source of medical assistance.
• The training program for feldshers emphasized practical skills and emergency response.