pediatrician
Definition
Noun: A medical doctor who specializes in the physical, behavioral, and mental health care of children from birth through adolescence. A pediatrician is trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of childhood illnesses, from minor health problems to serious diseases.
Usage
The word "pediatrician" is used to refer to the specific type of doctor. It is a formal term commonly used in medical and general contexts. * You take your child to see a pediatrician for regular check-ups, vaccinations, and when they are sick. * The profession is called pediatrics.
Examples
- Our pediatrician recommended a new vaccine schedule.
- She has been a trusted pediatrician in this community for over twenty years.
- You should consult a pediatrician if your baby has a high fever.
Advanced Usage
- Adjective Form: The related adjective is pediatric, used to describe things related to children's medicine (e.g., , ).
- Field of Study: The branch of medicine is pediatrics. A doctor studies pediatrics to become a pediatrician.
Variants and Related Words
- Pediatrics (n): The branch of medicine dealing with children's health.
- Pediatric (adj): Relating to the medical care of children.
- Neonatologist (n): A pediatrician with further specialization in the care of newborn infants, especially those who are ill or premature.
Synonyms
- Child doctor
- Children's doctor
- Paediatrician (Chiefly British English spelling)
Notes
- The term specifically refers to a qualified physician (MD or DO). Other child health professionals, like pediatric nurses or pediatric dentists, have different titles.
- The British English spelling is paediatrician (with 'ae').
Noun
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a specialist in the care of babies
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