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Pediatric

usgb/ˌpiːdiˈætrɪk/Volume
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Medical Specialty

Pediatric refers to a branch of medicine focused on children's health, from newborns to teenagers.

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Her specialty is pediatric oncology.
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Professional Context

Often used to describe healthcare jobs, areas in hospitals, and medical practices specializing in young patients.

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He joined the pediatric department last month.
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Age-Specific

Refers exclusively to the medical care of children and shouldn't be used for adult medicine.

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The pediatric patient was transferred to a different unit.
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