Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that focuses on the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. Pediatricians are trained to diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of medical conditions that affect children, from minor illnesses to complex chronic diseases.
Pediatric care encompasses a range of specialties, including neonatology (the care of newborns), cardiology (the study and treatment of heart diseases), pulmonology (the study and treatment of respiratory diseases), gastroenterology (the study and treatment of digestive diseases), and many more.
Pediatricians play a crucial role in promoting and maintaining the health of children through regular check-ups, immunizations, and screenings. They also provide support and guidance to parents and caregivers on a wide range of issues, including nutrition, sleep, behavior, and development.
Some of the common conditions that pediatricians deals in children include:
- Ear infections
- Sore throat
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Diabetes
- ADHD
- Autism
- Depression and anxiety
- Skin conditions
Services available
- All Vaccinations including prevention of cervical cancer vaccine
- Asthma clinic
- Growth and Development Clinic
- Child obesity and Preadolescent counselling
Note: Regular vaccination of neonate and children is essential to prevent many communicable diseases. Vaccination card of child should be maintained and brought at the time of checkup/follow up.