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.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
child medicinepaediatrics
Antonyms / Antônimos
geriatricsadult medicine

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pediatria
Standard term used throughout Brazil in medical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
pediatria
Same as general Brazilian usage
São Paulo
pediatria
Same as general Brazilian usage
Portugal
pediatria
Also used, though 'puericultura' may be used for child care aspects

Related Words

pediatricianpediatricchild healthneonatologyadolescent medicine

Related Idioms & Phrases

pediatric patient
pediatric care
pediatric medicine
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