Dr. MOHAN K JOSHI is a Pediatrician in Mahim, Mumbai Dr. MOHAN K JOSHI practices at Parijath Hospital in Mahim, Mumbai.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.
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Who is a Paediatrician?
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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.
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What is the age range of children which a Paediatrician can treat?
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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.