A pediatric surgeon is a highly specialized medical professional dedicated to the care of children ( infants,adolescents and young adults). These experienced surgeons focus on diagnosing and treating surgical conditions in infants, children, and young adults.
Their proficiency extends across various areas including Congenital Problems involving the heart, gastrointestinal tract, or other organs,Neonatal Surgery,Trauma Care, and Pediatric Oncology. Since children do not have the ability to express their concerns Pediatric surgeons are trained to examine and treat children in a way that makes them feel relaxed, safe, and at ease.
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Various conditions that may require surgical treatment in the pediatric age group include congenital abnormalities, abdominal medical problems, trauma, internal organ disease, tumours, urinary tract problems, problems within the chest cavity etc.
On a first visit to a pediatric surgeon near you, you can expect the specialist to inquire about the symptoms and problems being experienced, take a medical and family history, study any previous medical records available, and perform a physical examination to assess the overall health of the child and determine if the child requires and is ready to receive surgical treatment. Investigations are advised, and if the decision is made to proceed with the surgical procedure, a detailed explanation of the procedure, pre and postoperative care, etc., are discussed.
Some conditions that pediatric surgeons near you commonly treat include congenital problems such as diaphragmatic hernia, traumatic injuries, appendicitis, bowel obstruction, hernias, abdominal tumours, urinary tract obstruction, undescended testis, chest wall deformities, pediatric cancers and tumours, minimally invasive surgeries, etc.
Some subcategories of pediatric surgery include
Some diagnostic procedures and investigations that are advised or done by pediatric surgeons in Kolkata include imaging studies such as X-rays, ultrasound, CT scans, MRI scans, etc, blood tests such as CBP, ESR, liver and kidney function tests, blood typing, urine tests, inflammatory markers, endoscopic procedures such as gastrointestinal endoscopy etc., genetic testing, etc.
A pediatric surgeon's qualifications include an MBBS graduate degree, a post-graduation MS in General Surgery and a further specialisation as an MCh in Pediatric Surgery. Additional fellowships or advanced training may be done in one of the subcategories, such as cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, etc.
A pediatric surgeon specialises in treating and managing medical problems and diseases in infants, children, and adolescents through surgical procedures. In contrast, a paediatrician focuses on maintaining the overall health and well-being of individuals in the pediatric age group through medications, medical advice, and vaccines and do not perform any surgical procedures.
The average cost of a consultation with a pediatric surgeon depends on various factors such as the experience and expertise of the surgeon, the location of their practice, and the condition for which treatment is required, etc. A preliminary consultation cost can range between Rs.500-Rs1,500 or more.