A pediatrician is a medical doctor who manages the physical, behavioral, and mental care for children from birth until age 18. A pediatrician is trained to diagnose and treat a broad range of childhood illnesses, from minor health problems to serious diseases.
What role does a pediatrician have and what can they diagnose?
Pediatricians have a wide range of responsibilities. They do everything from perform well-baby checkups to manage chronic medical conditions.
Pediatricians provide preventive care and also diagnose and treat infections, injuries and all other diseases in children.
Pediatricians Perform;
regular health and wellness checkups
Conduct physical examinations.
Track your child’s physical, emotional and social development.
Diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries and other health conditions.
Give vaccines.
Prescribe medication.
Listen to parents’ concerns and answer their questions.
Offer health advice to parents.
Refer families to specialists as needed.