What is a perineonatologist?
Here are some of the key responsibilities of a perineonatologist:
* Providing medical care for newborns in the first few weeks of life, especially those who are premature or have medical conditions
* Diagnosing and treating conditions such as respiratory distress syndrome, jaundice, and infections
* Managing the care of newborns who require intensive care or surgery
* Supporting and counseling parents of newborns with medical problems
* Conducting research to improve the health and outcomes of newborns
Perineonatologists typically complete medical school and then specialize in neonatology through a fellowship program. They must pass a board certification exam in order to practice as a perineonatologist.