Pediatric Endocrinology 2080P0205X
Pediatric Endocrinology: This is a medical specialty dealing with the differentiations of physical growth and sexual development in childhood, along with diabetes and numerous other disorders of the endocrine glands. Pediatric Endocrinologists care for patients from infancy to young adulthood. The most common disease within this medical specialty is type 1 diabetes.
Taxonomy Code: 2080P0205X
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians | Pediatrics | Pediatric Endocrinology
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.
Pediatrics: Pediatrics is a branch of medicine that handles the medical care of infants, children and adolescents. A doctor specializing in this area of medicine is referred to as a Pediatrician. Most of the larger cities have a Pediatric Hospital.