Types of pediatricians

Pediatricians are medical doctors who specialize in the care of infants, children, and adolescents. Within the field of pediatrics, there are various subspecialties that focus on specific areas of pediatric medicine. These subspecialties require additional training beyond general pediatrics and allow pediatricians to become experts in particular areas of child health. Here are some common types of pediatricians and their subspecialties:

Allergy /Immunology

asthma, skin and eye allergies, autoimmune

Cardiology

heart issue during their childhood or adolescence

Dentistry

teeth, teething, and issues regarding dental.

Dermatologist

Skin issues including rashes, discolorations, acne,

Developmental and Behavioral

developmental delays, learning problems, intellectual disabilities,

Ears Nose Throat (ENT)

Ear throat and nose infections. Sinuses,

Emergency Medicine

Urgent situations including seizures, accidents,

Endocrinology

Treats hormonal disorders in children

Gastroenterologist

This specialty focuses on the diagnosis,

Hematology

Diagnosing and treating childhood blood disorders,

Geneticist

Pediatric Geneticist genetic and congenital conditions

Hospitalist

needs that require hospital care

Infectious Diseases

Common diseases like measles, rubella, and chickenpox

Neonatology

Specializes in the care of newborn infants, particularly

Nephrology

development and maturation of the kidney and urinary tract

Neurology

neurological conditions that affect children, including infants,

Oncologist

children and adolescents with cancer and blood

Optometry /Ophthalmology

Specializes in eye diseases, visual development, and vision care in children.

Psychology /Psychiatry

Diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders in children

Pulmonary Medicine

development of the lung, assessment of respiratory function

Rheumatology

Issues relating to joints, muscle, bones and tendons

Surgeon

Surgical procedures on infants, children, and adolescents.

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