Career questions tagged pediatrician
Pediatricians are Doctors who take care of children 21 years and younger. For more information, please read below. Read more Show less

What do you feel is the most rewarding part of your job as a pediatrician?
More specifically I want to be a pediatric cardiologist!

Is it worth it to pursue a specialty in Pediatrics? What are some of the most worthwhile specialties?
I know that I want to pursue a career in the medical field, specializing in pediatrics. I am an incoming college freshman planning to major in Biology and take on the pre-med route. I want to try to explore just general pediatrics for now but I'm curious what it's like studying something specific, how job finding or residency or shadowing is in a particular pediatric field, what patient care looks like, what kind of research is done (if any at all), or how pursuing it is like in general. I know there are also salary differences based on the specialty but I'm more curious as to what experiences can come with different specialties vs. what it's like in general pediatrics. I also want to hear some of the best experiences some people have had doing specialties and how satisfactory they are career-wise

What is one thing you wish you knew before choosing your college major, how do you think it would have changed your decision?
I want to be a corporate lawyer, but have also thought about being a pediatrician. I am passionate about both and cannot decide which route is best. #Spring25

I am a Senior in Highschool and I want to become a General Pediatrician but Doctor what are the steps that I need to take?
I know I have to get my Bachelor's degree, Graduate from medical school. But what else do I need to do? I will be attending UCR what can I do and who can I talk to for more information and additional help.

If I am interested in becoming a Pediatrician or getting a career in the medical field, what types of jobs, experiences, and skills are employers looking for on a resume?
I am a freshman at Hopewell High School, I want to get into the medical field to study and become a Pediatrician.

What are some struggles you had to overcome when you first started your career?
I am a freshman at Hopewell High School, I want to get into the medical field to study and become a Pediatrician.


what are some specific career paths that help stop human trafficking relating to the medical field
I plan to one day be a pediatrician, but i would like to choose a career path in helping with human trafficking while being in the medical field.

Do you think human anatomy is recommended to take in high school?
I'm a 9th grader wanting to become a pediatrician.

How do I become a pediatrician ?
I am really good with kids and I know somewhat about the body and maybe some of their conditions are like how I have, I might be able to understand other kids and their condition.

Is there any advantage in taking Healthcare Science in High School?
I'm a 9th grader taking Healthcare Science and want to follow the path to become a Pediatrician.

I need help with becoming a Dog Handler in the U.S. Army?
So when I'm done with Job Corps, I want to be a Dog Handler in the U.S. Army, when I'm in Job corps I will be working on my security certificate and passing the ASVB test.

How do I become a marine biologist or a pediatrician ?
I like the idea of helping people and studying the ocean

Where Do I Begin To Be A Pediatric Nurse Practitioner?
What can I start doing at my age to prepare? I'm 15 years old and have been looking to be a pediatric nurse practitioner. I know this career needs dedication and hard work, which I'm willing to put in, but I don't know where to begin.

what do you need to become a pediatrician?
what do you need to become a pediatrician?

I've always wanted to be a Pediatric Oncologist, what should I major in?
I've been looking into what majors I should pick and I'm confused. Send Help!

I want to be both a 7th grade math teacher and a pediatrician. How can I successfully pursue both careers and feel fulfilled by the time I retire?
I aspire to pursue two fulfilling careers: being a 7th grade math teacher and a pediatrician. How can I balance the education and training required for both professions, successfully work in each field during my lifetime, and feel accomplished in these roles by the time I retire?

What should I consider before becoming a dermatologist or pediatrician?
I am a 9th grader who is intrested in becoming a dermatologist or pediatrician.

What are the advantages of becoming a dermatologist and pediatrician?
I am a 9th grader who is intrested in becoming a dermatologist or pediatrician.

What are the hours of a regular pediatrician?
I hear many different answers so I was wondering if someone could help me learn about their hours or schedule.

What are some negatives for becoming a pediatrician?
I was wondering if there are serious downfalls that could affect my decision to become a pediatrician.

What is a Pediatric Physician Assistant?
I'm currently in 12th grade wanting to be a Pediatric Doctor (Pediatrician or a Pediatric Physician Assistant)

How long does it take to be a Pediatric Physician vs Pediatrician?
I'm currently in 12th grade!

I'm very indecisive on what I want to be. I know that I want to work with Pediatrics! I want to either be a Pediatrician or a Pediatric Physician Assistant! How could I choose? Am I choosing the wrong choices? How could I choose the best one for me?
I'm in 12th grade!

Is Pediatric Physician Assistant a good full-time job?
I'm currently in 12th grade!

Is a Pediatric Physician the same thing as a Pediatrician?
I'm currently in 12th Grade and want to pursue the career in Healthcare!

What high school classes should i take to become a pediatrician?
What electives should i take in high school in order to appeal to colleges? im looking to become a pediatrician, and i need to find colleges that will be best for that.

Questions for a pediatrician:
As someone who is starting high school I want to become a pediatrician so I have a few questions for any pediatricians or healthcare people. 1. As someone who is interested in this profession, what medical schools or colleges do you recommend that are affordable? 2. How do you overcome stress in difficult situations? 3. How do you deal with communication issues where your patient cant't explain their symptoms well?

What were the requirements to be a pediatrician 15 years ago?
I'm working on a project where I have to find the requirements of a to get a specific job 15 years ago and I can't find the answer anywhere. Please help!