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Types of Pediatricians

A pediatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in young children and adolescents. These health care professionals may diagnose and treat medical conditions ranging from the common cold to infections. Subspecialties may include radiologists, ophthalmologists and geneticists.

  1. Pediatric Radiologists

    • Pediatric radiologists provide imaging services such as fluoroscopy, ultrasound and nuclear medicine for young patients. A pediatric radiology fellowship program is generally for one year.

    Pediatric Opthalmologists

    • Pediatric opthalmologists receive general training through residencies and fellowships. Parents can seek pediatric opthamologists with core training in pediatric vision care for diagnosis and treatment.

    Pediatric Geneticists

    • Pediatric geneticists are trained medical doctors who can identify and suggest treatments for child-related genetic disorders. Some of these genetic disorders may include sickle-cell anemia and cystic fibrosis.

    Pediatric Critical Care Specialists

    • Pediatric critical care specialists care for young patients in unstable medical conditions ranging from deep diabetic ketoacidosis to severe pneumonia. These medical doctors complete three or more years of fellowship training.

    Other Jobs in Pediatrics

    • Job opportunities exist for other subspecialties within pediatrics. Some of these subspecialties include oncology, neurosurgery and neurology. Patients range from children battling cancer to children experiencing nervous system disorders.

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