In this video a well-known man says
I am off to the doctor.
I think it means I am going to visit my doctor. However another rendering occurred to me; can it mean I am not at work due to the order of my doctor?
Answer
Using the first definition here:
Away from the place in question
the man ran off
she dashed off to her room
we must be off now
So you could say:
I am leaving [here] for the doctor['s office].
I'm off emphasizes a bit more that the speaker is leaving wherever they currently are while going is more generally stating that you're heading in that direction.
can it mean I am not at work due to the order of my doctor?
No. It would never mean this.
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