Paediatrician

Also known as: Pediatrician, Child Specialist, Baby Doctor

System: Allopathy

A paediatrician cares for the health, growth, development and vaccination of newborns, children and adolescents up to 18 years.

Conditions treated

  • Childhood fever and infections
  • Growth and nutrition problems
  • Vaccination
  • Asthma in children
  • Developmental delay

When to consult

  • Routine vaccination visits
  • Child not feeding or gaining weight
  • Fever in a baby under 3 months

Qualifications

  • MBBS
  • MD (Paediatrics)
  • DCH
  • DNB (Paediatrics)

Frequently asked questions

What does a Paediatrician treat?

Childhood fever and infections, Growth and nutrition problems, Vaccination, Asthma in children, Developmental delay

When should I see a Paediatrician?

Routine vaccination visits, Child not feeding or gaining weight, Fever in a baby under 3 months

Medically reviewed by

Medical review pending

Last updated

9 October 2026

Sources

  • National Medical Commission (NMC)
  • Ministry of AYUSH / NCISM / NCH for AYUSH qualifications

This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. Do not start, stop or change any medicine without medical advice.

This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. Do not start, stop or change any medicine without medical advice.