1. plural of nosocomeophobe; people who have an abnormal fear of hospitals
Usage: medical/psychological term; from Greek nosokomeion (hospital) + phobos (fear)

Examples

• Nosocomephobes often delay necessary medical treatment due to their intense anxiety about hospitals.
• The therapist specializes in helping nosocomephobes overcome their fear of medical facilities.
• Many nosocomephobes experience panic attacks when they must visit a hospital for routine checkups.
• Support groups for nosocomephobes provide coping strategies and emotional reassurance.
• Some nosocomephobes manage their condition through gradual exposure therapy.