What is a Pediatrician?

A pediatrician is a medical doctor who provides care for children, adolescents, and young adults. The word pediatrician comes from the Greek word for child.

Pediatricians diagnose, treat, and provide care for children, including illnesses and physical, mental, and behavioral development. They also provide preventive health maintenance and ongoing monitoring for healthy children. Pediatricians can work in a hospital or the community. Community pediatricians may look after children with physical disabilities or with developmental, social, or behavioral issues. 

Pediatric care can start at birth and last through a child's 21st birthday or longer. As children get older, pediatricians can help monitor school and learning-related issues. They can also have discussions with teens about mental health and wellness, drugs, alcohol, and safe decisions. 

What is the role of a Pediatrician?

A pediatrician plays a crucial role in safeguarding and nurturing a child's health and well-being throughout their early stages of life. 

Some services offered by pediatricians include:

• Routine check-ups

• Immunizations

• Diagnosis and treatment o...