The Patients
Who do pediatricians care for?
Young people from newborns to teenagers.
What is something a pediatrician will do when you come to do your checkup?
They will check your weight and height.
Where do pediatricians work?
Clinic, hospital, private practice, or medical office.
What is one job similar to a pediatrician?
Dentist, doctor, nurse, etc.
What does a pediatrician help their patents with?
Mental and Physical health.
True or False: The average age that visits a pediatrician is 7.
False!!
What education/ training do pediatricians need?
4 year undergraduate ,4 years of medical school (or 6 years at a combined university) and 3 year pediatric residency.
What are two jobs similar to a pediatrician, that work at a hospital?
Surgeon
Nurse
What is the average amount of patients that visit the pediatricians office a day?
Around 30 people.
What is one thing the pediatrician does when you are SICK and visit them?
They check your temperature, and ask how you are feeling, and maybe test you for sicknesses.
What is the demand for a pediatrician, in Florida, and nationally?
Florida - stable demand
National - stable demand
What system do pediatricians play a key role in?
Pediatricians play a key role in the health system.
What problems can young adults/kids have that a pediatrician can help with?
- Physical health
- mental health
- puberty
- sicknesses
What is a pediatricians personality style.
They are a helper, and a thinker.
What is a pediatricians pay per year?
It ranges from $60,000 - $250,000
What is a job similar to a pediatrician, that works with KIDS?
A social worker, or a child and youth worker are similar to pediatricians.
If a patient is crabby and unable to concentrate, what could that be a symptom of?
It could be a symptom of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
What do pediatricians specialize in?
Diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of disorders in infants, children, and teenagers.
What are 3 core tasks of a pediatrician?
1. Diagnose problems
2. Prescribe medicine
3. Help patients with mental and physical health.
Is a neonatologist in the same field as a pediatrician?
Yes! They specialize in critical newborn care, while pediatricians specialize in children, babies, and teens.