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Tan Elaine

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The doctor attended (to) the sick patient.

Is 'to' necessary?

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"Attend" - To be present at: They attended a business meeting.

"Attend to" - To take care or give attention to: The doctor attended to the patient.

Note the connection implied by the bold characters.

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