Dr. Manjiri Somashekhar, a highly experienced Lead and Senior Consultant in Pediatric Surgery at Aster Women & Children Hospital, explains the difference between a Pediatric Surgeon and a Pediatrician
Who is a Pediatrician?
A pediatrician is a doctor who provides comprehensive healthcare for infants, children, and adolescents. They are responsible for monitoring a child's growth and development, administering vaccinations, and managing common childhood illnesses. Pediatricians also handle emergencies such as breathing difficulties and severe infections.
What is a Pediatric Surgeon?
A pediatric surgeon is a specialist who performs surgery on infants, children, and adolescents. They are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of surgical conditions, including birth defects, infections, obstructions, and injuries. Pediatric surgeons also perform complex procedures such as liver and kidney transplants.
When to See a Pediatric Surgeon?
Pediatricians often refer children to pediatric surgeons when surgical intervention is necessary. This may be due to a birth defect, an injury, or a chronic condition that requires specialized care.
For more information, consult our experts at Aster Women & Children Hospital.
