Pediatricians have a wide range of responsibilities. They do everything from perform well-baby checkups to manage chronic medical conditions. Pediatricians provide preventive care and also diagnose and treat infections, injuries and diseases. Pediatricians:
- Perform regular health and wellness checkups (also called well-baby or well-child visits).
- Conduct physical exams.
- Track your child’s physical, emotional and social development.
- Diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries and other health conditions.
- Give vaccines.
- Prescribe medication.
- Listen to parents’ concerns and answer their questions.
- Offer health advice to parents.
- Refer families to specialists as needed.