Who do pediatricians work with?

Pediatricians work with doctors, nursing assistants, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals. Here is a closer look at the variety of medical professionals that a pediatrician works with:

• Other doctors and physicians. Pediatricians work with many doctors, including private physicians, specialists, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers, to coordinate infant, child, and teenage patient care, including medical exams and procedures, administering medication, and monitoring the progress and health of patients.
• Nurses. Pediatricians work alongside a variety of nurses, including registered nurses, nursing assistants, and medical assistants. This might be in a hospital setting, a long-term care facility, or another medical environment that requires coordination between teams. Pediatricians rely on nurses to help them provide expert medical care.
• Pharmacists. Pediatricians work with pharmacists and pharmacy techs to make sure all patients receive the right medication in the correct dosage. They might also enlist the help of these professionals to monitor the patient's reactions to medications and make sure they are safe. Medications for children have strict safety protocols.
• Other healthcare professionals. Pediatricians work alongside a wide range of medical and healthcare professionals. The list is too long to detail here, as this also depends on the pediatrician's place of employment. However, some other common collaborators include physical therapists and other specialist doctors.