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A paediatrician or a child specialist is a doctor who manages the health of your child. A paediatrician is trained to manage the physical, behavioural, and mental health of a child. A child specialist is trained to treat childhood illnesses, from minor health issues to serious health disorders. A child can be treated by a paediatrician right from birth.

2. What is the age range of children which a Paediatrician can treat?

Paediatricians can treat a child right from birth. From birth till 2 years, there may be many visits to the paediatrician. From age 2 to 5 years, there will be once a year “well-child” visits. After the age of 5 years, paediatric visits will be done annually. Up to the age of 18 years, you can visit a paediatrician.

3. Can a Paediatrician perform surgery?

Paediatricians are concerned with the physical and mental well being of children. Paediatric surgeons specialize in surgeries. A paediatrician can also perform surgeries with the necessary training. Paediatricians may only evaluate and treat children through non-invasive procedures. Paediatric surgeons perform minor surgeries like removal of foreign bodies to major surgeries like cardiac surgery.

4. What does a paediatrician do?

A paediatrician is trained to perform procedures like: vaccine administration, treat dislocated shoulders or elbows, treat minor injuries, remove foreign bodies, split brown bones, perform circumcision. Apart from these specific procedures paediatricians also ensure well-being of the child through routine examinations. They also handle conditions that affect new born children.

5. How is a Paediatrician different from a general physician?

Paediatricians and physicians are both doctors, but treat patients belonging to different age groups. Paediatricians specialize in treating patients aged 18 years and younger, while general physician treats patients above the age of 18 years. Paediatricians focus on providing medical care to infants, children and teenagers. Physicians may specialize in certain field of medicine.

Dr. Rajeev Seth

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Dr. Sandeep Nigam	63%	24	21	400
Dr. Sricha Sharma	97%	1064	24	700
Dr. Amit Modi	96%	111	16	800
Dr. Ajay K Tiwari	100%	68	38	800
Dr. Anjana Gulani	95%	65	30	800
Dr. Anibha Pandey	86%	7	16	1000
Dr. Rajeev Seth	100%	16	41	1700

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Paediatrician in Delhi

Who are Pediatricians?

Medical doctors who are specialized in diagnosing and treating diseases and dysfunctions in infants, children, and adolescents are called Pediatricians. The speciality of medical science that deals with the physical, social, and mental health of children from birth to young adulthood is called Pediatrics. It includes a variety of health services, from the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases to preventive health care.

What are the qualifications of a Pediatrician?

A 5-year medical degree [MBBS] that is recognized by the General Medical Council and a 2-year foundation course of general training are the basic requirements for an individual to be a doctor. However, following are the specialties or extra qualifications required to be a Pediatrician:

DNB - Pediatrics
MD - Pediatrics
DM - Paediatric Critical Care
Postdoctoral Fellowship Training Program in Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Diploma in Child Health (DCH)
CCT - Paediatrics (Neonatal Medicine)
CCT - Paediatrics
MS - Paediatrics Surgery
Fellow of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (UK)
FCPS (Paediatrics)
Ph.D. - Paediatric
Diploma in Paediatrics

What are the subspecialties in Pediatrics?

Some of the subspecialties of Pediatrics are:

Neonatology
Pediatric cardiology
Pediatric oncology
Pediatric surgery
Pediatric emergency medicine
Pediatric infectious diseases
Pediatric pulmonology
Child abuse pediatrics
Developmental and behavioral pediatrics

What are the common conditions treated by Pediatricians?

Some of the common conditions that Pediatricians treat are:

Fetal origins of disease
Neonatal encephalopathy
Smoking in youth
Origins of heart disease
Cancer in children
Type 1 Diabetes
Nutrition and related disease
Environmental chemical exposure
Autism disorders
Common infections

Do Pediatricians perform surgery?

No, Pediatricians do not perform surgery. They are typically consulted in their offices or clinics and perform diagnostic examinations as well as lab tests, x-rays, or other tests to evaluate health issues. Pediatric surgeons are professionals who operate on children. They work by collaborating and consulting with Pediatricians and physicians before and post-surgery.

How do I consult a Pediatrician?

You can consult a Pediatrician either online or offline. However, depending on the availability of the doctor and the convenience of the patient, pre-booking may be required for consultation.

How often does a child need to visit a Pediatrician?

It is recommended to consult a Pediatrician once every year to get an update on the health of the child. In case the child has an existing disease or condition, it is advised to have regular follow-ups with the Pediatrician.