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.

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Finding a Pediatrician in Mumbai

Pediatric services in Mumbai support families in managing children’s health needs through preventive care, diagnosis, and ongoing medical guidance.

Parents can explore:
Pediatrician in Andheri,
Pediatrician in Bandra,
Pediatrician in Powai,
Pediatrician in Dadar, and
Pediatrician in Borivali.

What Does a Pediatrician Help With?

They address routine illnesses, developmental concerns, preventive screenings, and provide guidance on child health and wellbeing.

When Should You Visit a Pediatrician?

Consultation is recommended for regular health evaluations, vaccination visits, or when symptoms such as fever, cough, or digestive concerns arise.

Who are Pediatricians?

A branch of medicine that deals with the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents is called Pediatrics. So, medical professionals who are specialized in diagnosing and treating diseases of infants, children, and adolescents are called Pediatricians / Child Specialists.

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 is the difference between Pediatrician and Neonatologist?

Pediatricians are the medical doctors who diagnose and treat diseases, medical conditions, and injuries that require care for babies, children, and adolescents. However, Neonatologists are the one who takes care of infants and an especially premature newborn who are suffering from severe and complicated medical conditions.

How often should I consult a Pediatrician?

Individuals who are having babies below the age of 2 years should consult a Pediatrician many times. Between the age of 2-5 years, a Pediatrician should be consulted once a year. After the age of 5 years, depending on the medical condition of the child the Pediatrician should be consulted

What does a Pediatrician do?

For taking care of the child, a Pediatrician will:

- Perform physical examination

- Administer vaccine to the child

- Makes sure the child meets the milestones in growth, behavior, and skills

- Diagnose and treat the child’s illnesses, infections, and injuries, etc

- Provide information about the child’s safety, health, and fitness needs

- Refer to specialists if the Pediatrician thinks the child needs expert care

What are the subspecialties of a Pediatrician?

Following are few of the subspecialties of pediatricians:

- Pediatric endocrinologists

- Pediatric oncologists

- Pediatric cardiologists

- Pediatric gastroenterologists

- Pediatric neurologists

- Pediatric nephrologists

- Pediatric rheumatologists

- Pediatric pulmonologist

- Critical care pediatricians

- Neonatal-perinatal pediatricians

- Developmental behavioral pediatricians

Can Pediatricians treat childhood diabetes?

Yes, Pediatricians can treat childhood diabetes. Children mostly affected by type 1 diabetes. In rare cases, they get affected by type 2 diabetes. However, if the diabetes condition is severe, then the Pediatrician may refer the patient to the Pediatric gastroenterologists who is a specialist doctor and having well experienced in treating diabetes.

Can Pediatrician perform surgeries?

Generally, a Pediatrician can not perform any surgery but they usually diagnose and treat medical conditions. However, a Pediatric Surgeon may perform surgeries in order to treat and cure some of the diseases, infections, and medical conditions affecting the child.