What does a Pediatrician do?
- Examines the child and tracks development
- Diagnoses illness and prescribes treatment
- Organises vaccination and prevention
- Advises parents on care and nutrition
Which skills do you need?
PediatricsDiagnosticsEmpathyAttentivenessCommunication with childrenPatienceDecision-making
How to become a Pediatrician?
- 1Medical university (usually 6 years)
- 2Residency: pediatrics
- 3Licence and clinic practice
What is the work environment like?
A clinic or hospital: children, parents and scheduled visits, often shift work. Attention and warmth matter.