Pediatrics is the branch of medicine concerned with the physical, mental and social health of children from birth to adolescence. Pediatrics covers a wide range of medical services, from health care to diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A doctor who has specialized training in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses and injuries in children. Pediatricians also help manage other problems that affect children, including developmental, behavioural, emotional, and social problems. A pediatrician will give your baby a 'check-up' multiple times from birth to age 2 and annually from age 2 to 5. After age 5, your child is more likely to be seen by a pediatrician for a routine annual check-up. Your pediatrician is also your first point of contact if your child becomes ill. When caring for your child, a pediatrician will do a physical examination. She does the recommended vaccinations. Make sure your child meets developmental stages related to growth, behavior and skills. We are here to answer your questions about your child's growth and development. If your child becomes ill and needs care beyond your pediatrician's expertise, please consult and work with a specialist. Many pediatricians work as general practitioners. This type of pediatrician will perform regular health and wellness checks. It also diagnoses and treats a wide range of common health problems, administers immunizations, and provides appropriate health counselling to young people and their parents or caregivers. Other pediatricians specialize in treating specific conditions and age groups. Examples of pediatric subspecialties include: Adolescent health professionals focus on care for adolescents, from about age 11 to her 21 years. A critical care pediatrician supports a team of medical professionals who care for children with unstable or critical health conditions. These pediatricians usually work in hospital intensive care units. A developmental-behavioural pediatrician assesses the behavioural development of children and adolescents. Professionals in this field diagnose and treat developmental, learning, and behavioural problems in young people. Child abuse pediatricians have the necessary professional training, experience, and skills to assess whether a child may have experienced abuse or neglect. Pediatric oncologists specialize in diagnosing and treating different types of cancer in children. Pediatric cardiologists diagnose and treat many heart conditions in children. Many pediatric cardiologists work closely with pediatric heart surgeons to select the best treatment strategies. A pediatrician is a doctor who treats infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. A pediatrician can work as a general practitioner or specialize in treating children of a specific age group or with specific health problems. Parents and caregivers can expect frequent visits to the infant's pediatrician. Older children and adolescents can benefit from her annual Children's Health visit. Some choose to switch doctors who treat adults in late adolescence or early adulthood. The decision to change doctors depends on your child, your pediatrician, and possibly your insurance coverage. Pediatric nurses are registered nurses who specialize in the care of patients from birth through adolescence. Children's illnesses and conditions are common and are treated differently than adults, so they require an in-depth knowledge of child growth and development.

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