pediatrics
[ˌpiːdiˈætrɪks]
noun
pediatria
1. The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions in children and infants
She decided to specialize in pediatrics after working in the emergency room.
Ela decidiu se especializar em pediatria após trabalhar na sala de emergência.
2. The medical field concerned with the health, development, and care of newborns, infants, and children
Pediatrics requires a patient and compassionate approach to treating young patients.
A pediatria requer uma abordagem paciente e compassiva no tratamento de pacientes jovens.
In Brazil, pediatricians (pediatras) are highly valued professionals. Parents often seek specialized pediatric care from birth. The field is associated with patience and dedication to child welfare, reflecting broader cultural values around child protection and development in Brazilian society.
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