How do they match: Pediatric Surgeons

  • Consult with patient's other medical care specialists, such as cardiologist and endocrinologist, to determine if surgery is necessary.
  • Examine fetuses, infants, children, and adolescents, and diagnose health issues to determine need for intervention, such as surgery.
  • Inform parents and guardians of child's health problems and surgical procedures through various channels, such as in-person and telecommunication systems.

  • Advise medical personnel regarding healthcare issues.
  • Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
  • Confer with other professionals to plan patient care.
  • Follow protocols or regulations for healthcare activities.
  • Manage healthcare operations.
  • Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.
  • Supervise patient care personnel.