How do they match: Pediatricians, General

  • Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries in children. May refer patients to specialists for further diagnosis or treatment, as needed.

  • Examine children regularly to assess their growth and development.
  • Plan and execute medical care programs to aid in the mental and physical growth and development of children and adolescents.
  • Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children.
  • Treat children who have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems, and growth and development concerns.

  • Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
  • Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.