Paediatrics

Pronunciation:ˌpiːdiˈætrɪks
ENZH

Quick Translations

  • 儿科
  • 小儿科学

Definitions

noun

Definition

The branch of medicine that deals with the health and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents.

In ZH

研究婴儿、儿童和青少年健康及医疗保健的医学分支。

Examples

  • Pediatrics is essential for ensuring a child's healthy development.
  • She decided to specialize in pediatrics after her internship at the children's hospital.
  • The pediatrician gave us advice on how to care for our newborn.

Cultural Notes

In many cultures, pediatric care is emphasized due to the importance of childhood health. Pediatricians often work closely with parents to ensure the best outcomes for their children.

adjective

Definition

Relating to the branch of medicine that deals with children and their diseases.

In ZH

与研究儿童及其疾病的医学分支相关的。

Examples

  • The pediatric department of the hospital has many experienced doctors.
  • Pediatric care is crucial for early diagnosis and treatment of children's illnesses.
  • They held a pediatric conference to discuss new treatments for childhood diseases.

Cultural Notes

The adjective form is commonly used in medical contexts, especially in healthcare settings, to describe specialists, departments, or issues related to children's health.