What Skills and Knowledge are Acquired During Specialized Training?
Pediatricians gain extensive knowledge in various areas, including:
- Growth and Development: Understanding the stages of physical and cognitive development in children. - Immunizations: Expertise in vaccination schedules and managing vaccine-preventable diseases. - Pediatric Pharmacology: Knowledge of drug dosages, side effects, and interactions specifically for children. - Emergency Care: Skills to handle pediatric emergencies, such as respiratory distress and trauma. - Chronic Conditions: Management of long-term conditions like asthma, diabetes, and congenital heart defects.
