Track 1: Pediatrics

What is Pediatrics?

Pediatric (or paediatrics in British English) is a branch of medicine that focuses on the health, development, and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents, typically from birth up to 18 years of age. The term comes from the Greek words pais (meaning child) and iatros (meaning healer or doctor).General Pediatrics, Neonatology, Pediatric Cardiology, Neurology, Endocrinology, Oncology, Pulmonology,

Sub topics:

General Pediatrics, Neonatology, Pediatric Cardiology, Neurology, Endocrinology, Oncology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Hematology, de velopmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Infectious Diseases, Pediatric Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Dermatology, Psychiatry and Psychology, Nutrition

Key Aspects of Pediatrics:

1. Preventive Care: Ensuring proper growth and development through vaccinations, nutrition counseling, and routine check-ups.
2. Diagnosis and Treatment: Addressing illnesses, injuries, and medical conditions unique to children.
3. Developmental Monitoring: Assessing physical, emotional, and mental growth milestones.
4. Specialized Care: Managing congenital disorders, genetic conditions, or chronic illnesses like asthma, diabetes, and epilepsy.