Pediatric Emergency Medicine 207PP0204X
Pediatric Emergency Medicine: This is a specialty in which doctors that care for children with acute illnesses or injures that require immediate medical attention. This is usually short term care. The idea is to stabilize the child and if necessary transport them to a different medical establishment for recovery.
Taxonomy Code: 207PP0204X
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians | Emergency Medicine | Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians: Allopathic physicians are general doctors (Medical Doctor or MD), whereas osteopathic physicians (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or DO) deal specifically with Osteopathy, targeting in healing the body with minimal use of medicine with an emphasis focusing on preventative care. Both types are fully licensed physicians, educated in diagnosing, as well as offering treatment for various illnesses and disorders.
Emergency Medicine: Is where physicians take care of patients with acute injuries or illnesses that need immediate attention. This type of medicine is usually done to take care of the immediate needs and if required, the patient is sent elsewhere for longer term care. This medicine is practiced in Emergency Rooms in hospitals, as well as various intensive care units. Some areas of medicine in which this is practiced are medical toxicology, pediatric emergency medicine, and sports medicine.