Pediatric cardiologists specialize in heart disease in children, with most working with those with congenital heart defects. Becoming a pediatric cardiologist requires 14 years of training, including a three-year fellowship in pediatric cardiology. Subspecialties include catheterizations, echocardiograms, and electrophysiology. Pediatric cardiologists do not perform surgery but help determine surgical options and provide before and after […]
Pediatric radiologists specialize in interpreting scans of the body for children, and work with other specialists to determine appropriate diagnostic tests. They typically work in hospitals and have completed a three-year internship in radiology and a subspecialty fellowship in pediatric radiology. They do not determine treatment or prognosis but describe, diagnose, and explain what is […]
Pediatric pulmonologists specialize in treating lung disorders in children and adolescents. They diagnose and treat breathing disorders, birth defects, lung disease, and cancer using various equipment and methods. They prescribe medication, provide counseling, or recommend surgery depending on the severity of the condition. To become a pediatric pulmonologist, one must complete a four-year medical program, […]
