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  Choosing a Pediatrician - My Child Has - Children's Hospital Boston
A pediatrician is a physician who specializes in the care of babies, children, and teens.
Many pediatricians work together in a group practice with other pediatricians and pediatric nurse practitioners, who are nurses with additional training in pediatric care.
Choosing a pediatrician is an important part of preparing for a new baby.
www.childrenshospital.org /az/Site748/mainpageS748P0.html   (588 words)

  
  Pediatrics - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Most pediatricians are members of a national body, such as the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Canadian Paediatric Society, the British Association of Paediatric Surgeons, the Royal College Of Paediatrics and Child Health or the Indian Academy of Pediatrics.
One of the major challenges facing pediatricians is that the range of body sizes (and weights) that they face in pediatrics is much greater than in adult medicine.
In a bizarre event, during the News of the World anti-pedophile campaign of 2000, the home of a pediatrician was attacked by protesters who'd confused the terms pediatrician and pedophile.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Pediatrics   (495 words)

  
 How to Choose a Pediatrician -
Pediatricians are medical doctors who have usually completed four years of college, followed by four years of medical school and three years of residency (on-the-job training).
If the pediatrician passes this exam, he or she is considered to be board-certified, and is then eligible to become a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP).
Whatever your reason for looking for a pediatrician, it is important to choose one as soon as possible and not wait for your child to be ill. During pregnancy, it is wise to find a pediatrician by the beginning of the third trimester, or seventh month, of gestation.
library.adoption.com /Health/How-to-Choose-a-Pediatrician/article/2625/3.html   (1341 words)

  
 Baby and Toddler Articles: Selecting Your Baby's Pediatrician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
However, different pediatricians have different approaches, so you may want to interview several candidates before selecting the pediatrician who best suits your family's particular preferences and needs, Conduct this search in your 7th or 8th month of pregnancy so you can make your choice well before the baby arrives.
The pediatrician you select should be a good communicator and treat you like a partner in your child's health care by explaining diagnostic procedures, test results and medications, and by answering your questions.
Your pediatrician's answering service may automatically refer you to the doctor on call, but it's still a good idea to ask for the names and phone numbers of all the doctors who take these calls—just in case you have trouble reaching your own physician.
www.allaboutmoms.com /peds.htm   (1365 words)

  
 Pediatrics and Choosing a Pediatrician
Unlike most medical specialists, pediatricians deal with a constantly changing patient population; When a child is born, he or she grows from a 7 pound baby to a one year-old who's walking and talking.
A pediatrician is a medical doctor who has gone to school for four extra years (residency) after medical school to study and to practice in the field of pediatrics.
To be a recognized pediatrician, one has to pass specialty examinations in order to be certified as a pediatrician.
www.drpaul.com /library/PEDIATRICS.html   (548 words)

  
 Selecting a Pediatrician
Your pediatrician will become much more than a person who cares for your child when he or she is sick.
It is not uncommon for parents to talk with a pediatricianÕs office staff as often as they talk to the doctor.
Be assured that pediatricians are accustomed to answering lots of questionsÑand most delight in sharing their knowledge and experience to help children start healthy lives.
www.firstbabymall.com /expecting/parenting/pediatrician2.htm   (656 words)

  
 Choosing a Pediatrician - Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
A pediatrician is a physician who specializes in the care of babies, children, and teens.
Many pediatricians work together in a group practice with other pediatricians and pediatric nurse practitioners, who are nurses with additional training in pediatric care.
Choosing a pediatrician is an important part of preparing for a new baby.
www.lpch.org /DiseaseHealthInfo/HealthLibrary/newborn/cped.html   (602 words)

  
 Pediatrician
Pediatricians examine, diagnose and treats diseases and injuries of infants and children, extending into young adulthood.
Other responsibilities include advising on the types and quantity of pediatric supplies and equipment, coordinating pediatric services with other medical activities, and instructing interns and residents in procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of infants and children.
A civilian pediatrician's duties and responsibilities are similar to those of their military counterparts In the civilian medical community, physicians' duties and responsibilities depend upon where they decide to work.
www.afrotc.com /careers/jobsearch/category/medicine/44KX.htm   (265 words)

  
 Virtual Children's Hospital: CQQA: Why Should You Become A Pediatrician?   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Pediatricians are people who care for children and families, including the problems they face in society.
Pediatricians work with others in their communities to better the welfare of children.
Pediatricians have been paid less than other doctors, but as doctors they are paid more than many other workers.
www.vh.org /pediatric/patient/pediatrics/cqqa/pediatrician.html   (659 words)

  
 Gale Encyclopedia of Childhood and Adolescence: Pediatrician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
When the pediatrician passes the certification exam, he or she receives a certificate--which most will frame and display on the wall of their office--and earns the right to use the initials FAAP (Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics) after his or her name.
Pediatricians are called on to provide a variety of services to families, including diagnosing illness, prescribing treatment, counseling families, monitoring the growing child's physical, mental, and social development, and advising adolescents on a range of emotional and social issues.
Pediatricians may also participate in research, advocacy for social and legislative changes to benefit all children, and in public education on issues like nutrition, injury and disease prevention, and in providing guidelines for safe participation in athletics.
www.parentsurf.com /p/articles/mi_g2602/is_0004/ai_2602000423   (820 words)

  
 Choosing a Pediatrician
Out of consideration for the pediatrician, patients should learn what the doctor's hours are and try to call about non-urgent matters during office hours, but patients sometimes need a physician's advice in order to know how emergent a situation is. Some things are best handled in an emergency room after hours.
If the prospective pediatrician seems reluctant to commit to nursing wholeheartedly in the face of difficulty, he won't be able to provide the support necessary to help the mothers who are having a tough time to have a successful experience.
Even if the pediatrician is a woman (a significant number are) who nursed her own children, her personal experience is no guarantee of up to date knowledge on the subject.
www.mindspring.com /~drwarren/choosped.htm   (1144 words)

  
 Dynamic Chiropractic: Helping parents find a pediatrician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
First, realize that your expectation to find a wellness-minded pediatrician in your community may not happen; you have to find the best you can, and communicate to parents the upside and downside of using the pediatrician you are referring.
The information you gather has a dual purpose: to collect information about the pediatricians in your community; and to allow you the opportunity to open a conversation with parents about choosing the right pediatrician for their children.
For example, you will encounter few pediatricians who are "antivaccination." Ask them if they are interested in a continuing dialogue, and if you could order them a subscription or refer them to the NVIC Newsletter (www.909shot.com) as a basis for your discussion.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_qa3987/is_200303/ai_n9167227   (1094 words)

  
 Finding a Doctor for Your Child
Pediatricians must recertify by taking examinations every 7 years.
A pediatrician also must take a certain number of continuing medical education courses each year to be eligible for license renewal in the state where he or she practices.
Some pediatricians have additional training in a subspecialty area such as cardiology, critical care or emergency medicine, or hematology.
kidshealth.org /parent/system/doctor/find_ped.html   (1964 words)

  
 Picking the perfect pediatrician - Health - MSNBC.com
Parents typically are in the market for a new pediatrician when they are expecting their first child, or when they are moving to a new community, or perhaps when they find that they need a pediatrician who better serves the needs of their older child or teen.
So, if you are seeking a pediatrician for your teenager, you will want to make sure that you find one who enjoys providing health care for teens and who is willing and able to take the extra time that adolescent health care requires.
Choice of a male or female pediatrician may be of no consequence to most families, yet to some children and to many more teens, whether their doctor is a man or a woman makes a big difference.
www.msnbc.msn.com /id/3079351   (1828 words)

  
 Selecting A Pediatrician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Having a pediatrician with whom you feel comfortable and confident about is crucial to getting the best results for your child's healthcare needs.
Although selecting the right pediatrician is a very personal decision for parents, I suggest following the simple guidelines below helping you select a physician and make the best use of his or her medical services.
Once you've selected a pediatrician, there are several things you can do to make the best use of your doctor's services and ensure that your child is receiving the proper treatment.
www.stjohns.org /our_health_services/women_health_labor_peds.asp   (448 words)

  
 Preschoolers Today — 20 Questions What to Ask Your Pediatrician
If it seems like your pediatrician is playing “20 questions” or is on a fact-finding mission, that is because she is. The answers to these questions, and others, will help your pediatrician figure out what is wrong with your child and what the appropriate treatments will be.
In addition to answering your pediatrician’s questions, you should ask your own so that you have a good idea of what is wrong with your child, how you are supposed to treat her and when she should get better.
For example, your child may have gotten diagnosed as having a migraine the last time you saw the pediatrician with symptoms of headaches and vomiting, but your pediatrician probably also considered that those symptoms could be caused by meningitis, a brain tumor or even food poisoning.
preschoolerstoday.com /resources/articles/20q.htm   (1062 words)

  
 Being a Pediatrician - DrGreene.com
I am doing a report on pediatricians for school, and I was just wondering if you could send me information on what sorts of requirements are needed, salaries, and other information like that.
As a pediatrician, it will likely be many years before you are able to repay the loans that you took out for your education.
If you decide that you want to be a pediatrician, make the most of each stage of your journey -- a significant part of your life, and the greatest part of your youth, will be spent during your training years.
www.drgreene.com /21_566.html   (1286 words)

  
 Working with Your Pediatrician: Steven Parker, MD
Some prefer a pediatrician who has a very strict view of discipline while other parents are more comfortable with a more lenient view.
The pediatrician will do a careful physical examination to ensure the baby is healthy.
A good pediatrician will spend as much time checking on your needs as a mother as he or she will spend checking into your baby's health.
my.webmd.com /content/article/2/1700_51715   (2836 words)

  
 Choosing a Pediatrician
Pediatricians are graduates of four-year medical schools and participate in three years of additional residency training in pediatrics.
A pediatrician will have a broad range of knowledge and skills necessary to treat all the medical conditions of childhood from minor illnesses to serious diseases.
Most pediatricians offer a prenatal interview for expectant parents, and it is a good way to learn about the doctor’s philosophy and meet the office staff.
www.expectantmothersguide.com /library/connecticut/ECTpediatrician.htm   (663 words)

  
 Finding a pediatrician with requirements
Finding a pediatrician with requirements to insure that you choose a doctor that is right for your needs & for your child.
It would be better to start looking for a pediatrician at least two months prior to the birth of your baby.
It is also important to know if the pediatrician is affiliated with the nearest hospital in your neighborhood for the same reasons.
or.essortment.com /findingpediatri_rfzd.htm   (572 words)

  
 Finding a Pediatrician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
If members of the pediatrician's staff intercept some of these calls, you should find out what their training is. Go ahead and pry.
If the pediatrician is in a group practice, plan to meet the doctors who will be covering for him.
If your pediatrician practices alone, he or she has probably made arrangements with doctors in the community.
www.enfamil.com /baby_care/babys_health/e_3_1_ptp.html   (510 words)

  
 How To Choose A Pediatrician
Your pediatrician should also be knowledgeable in proactive qualities such as disease prevention, and child development.
Your pediatrician should also be warm, compassionate, and open minded to your thoughts and feelings, and shares similar views.
As a parent you will be dealing the pediatrician's staff on a regular basis the first couple of years of your child's life.
www.childbirthsolutions.com /articles/postpartum/pediatrician/index.php   (988 words)

  
 Rate Your Pediatrician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
A pediatrician worth his weight in thermometers will have office hours that work with your schedule, will allow a same-day sick visit, and won't keep you waiting.
You might be the one who answers the questions for your shy toddler, but a really good pediatrician will never forget that the concerns and comfort of his patient -- your child -- come first.
Because pediatricians are generalists, they aren't always the right physicians to handle problems like food allergies or skin disorders.
www.parents.com /articles/health/5573.jsp?page=2   (660 words)

  
 Doula Guiditta - Looking For a Pediatrician   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
You should begin searching for a pediatrician in the final months of pregnancy and both parents should be present at the interview.
As a parent you will be dealing the pediatricians staff on a regular basis the first few years of your child’s life.
Ask the pediatrician if he/she is familiar and open to alternative forms of healing such as homeopathic remedies and or herbal medicine.
www.lafamily.com /display_article.php?id=688   (811 words)

  
 Daily dose for kids by docgaurav: HOW TO CHOOSE A PEDIATRICIAN ?   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Choosing a pediatrician is an important event that should actually begin even before the child is born.
In India this means that after doing his basic MBBS (5 years) a pediatrician has to undergo an additional training (for 2-3 years, on-the-job training) in dealing exclusively with children.
A normal physician has less pediatric training than pediatricians, and may not be able to provide the same quality of care to a child as a pediatrician.
www.charakclinics.com /2004/12/how-to-choose-pediatrician.htm   (323 words)

  
 Choosing a pediatrician
Make sure your pediatrician uses the hospital you prefer, and are most comfortable with.
When interviewing a new pediatrician, take the time to talk to the other medical staff in the office and get a feel for their personalities and level of experience.
Choosing a pediatrician is such an important decision don’t figure out what is important to you after an emergency has occurred.
sd.essortment.com /choosingpediatr_rhjk.htm   (723 words)

  
 Choosing a Pediatrician
However, with some introspective thought about what you would like in a pediatrician and some checking around with friends, family, etc., you can usually decide on a pediatrician who is also a provider on your insurance plan.
Most parents say the best way to find a good pediatrician is to ask your friends whom they bring their kids to and why.
Immunizations: Most pediatricians are very aware of the need for immunizations, but asking about their immunization rates would not be improper.
parenting.ivillage.com /newborn/nhealth/0,,3qd6,00.html   (935 words)

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