Pediatrics

9-year-old cousin battle multiple rounds of cancer, that I became avidly interested in the pediatric population. I have continuously told myself growing up that I will one day take care of the hurting children and the families that feel lost in a time of grief. Since joining nursing school, I have kept my heart open to other areas that I could potentially practice but I always find myself drifting back towards pediatrics. It takes a very special person to be any type of nurse, however, it takes…

at WLC. She shared with me that her original plan was to go into pediatrics oncology; which did not work out. During her clinical…

by at least three years of residency training in a pediatric hospital. Medical students typically don 't specialize until their third and fourth years” (Education and Training). During the third year, students will likely complete a sequence of pediatric internships. “Students get most of their specific pediatric training during their residencies, which begin after graduating from medical school. This is typically a paid position in the pediatrics department at a hospital or other healthcare…

four years. Next you will have to get a Medical Degree which will prepare you will for your pediatric residency and will take around another four years. Next, you will need to enter a Pediatric Residency this is hands on training with someone watching over you this can take anywhere from seven to…

Critical care physicians are doctors who have completed primary residency training in a specific area of study. Areas such as pediatrics, anesthesiologists, and emergency medicine. Then have to complete training in an intensive care unit. Critical care physicians need to be hard workers, have lots of stamina and be able to stay calm, and quickly look for the most efficient solution. Starting off, school is a little more open ended for any kind of physician. First you must achieve a BS degree,…

Toddlers toddlers everywhere! There are over 1.9 billion children over the world and 74 million children live in the United States. Children explore the world and questions their surrounding every minute and every second. They grow at a flashing speed, but they are not the only one that learns with their growth. Doctors, or more specifically, pediatricians, also learn as they treat their patients and watch them grow. Pediatricians are medical doctors that specialize in children and their…

A theory is a hypothesis that can be backed up with evidence, and or present ideas that can be tested. In the world of early childhood there are many different theories about children development. The theories in early childhood are very helpful for parents and educators, these theories help them have a better understanding of children. T. Berry Brazelton is one theorist who came up with the theory Touchpoints. Brazelton has done years of research to prove his theory. In 1918 T. Berry…

themselves. Pediatrics is a specific category of the honorable profession of physicians. A pediatrician is a person who deals with children in the pediatric unit.“Pediatricians provide care for infants, children, teenagers, and young adults. They specialize in diagnosing and treating problems specific to younger people. Most pediatricians treat common illnesses, minor injuries, and infectious diseases, and administer vaccines. Some pediatricians specialize in pediatric surgery or…

videos, downloading apps, and more just to learn everything I could about our fascinating bodies. One day, my teacher surprised us with a special guest and his name was Dr. Ghattas. Little did I know, Dr. Ghattas was about to inspire me to become a pediatric orthopedic. After his presentation, I spoke with him one on…

In the third grade our teacher asked us to create a jar dedicated to what we wanted to be when we grew up. I knew immediately that I wanted to do this project on being a pediatrician. My favorite activity at the times was getting out of school and going to the doctor. I loved how nice my pediatrician was, how she could make me healthy when I was sick, and the lollipop I received after each visit. My pediatrician, Dr. Beall, who I have been going to since the age of two is the reason I want to be…