Yes, upon graduating from medical school, individuals are typically addressed as "Doctor" (Dr.) because they hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. However, they must complete residency training and obtain a medical license before practicing medicine. Until they complete these steps, they can be referred to as "Doctor" but are not yet licensed physicians.
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