How does one address a doctoral candidate who completed all his/here requirements except the dissertation? Would they be referred to as Doctor? Or is there another title?
In the past, I believe I've seen "ABD" added as a postnominal in a signature. For example, "John Doe, ABD". But I don't believe I recall reading how to address such an individual.
Related discussions (thanks Nate (or is it Doctor?)):
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Address them the same way you would address any other person without a doctorate: "Mr. Smith" or "Ms. Jones," or if you are on friendly terms, by their first name.
If they have successfully defended their dissertation but not actually received the degree, this is a bit of a gray area (see When can you call yourself doctor?) but I think "Dr. Brown" is reasonable.
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