CHOOSING A PEDIATRICIAN

WHAT IS A PEDIATRICIAN?

A pediatrician is a physician who specializes in the care of babies, children, and teens.  All medical doctors complete four years of medical school.  To become specialized in the field of pediatrics, they must complete three additional years of training.

For more information on Choosing a Pediatrician go to American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

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SOURCES: American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
PREPARED BY: 211/lb
CONTENT LAST REVIEWED: June2008