Pediatricican vs. Family Practitioner | Premier Pediatrics

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Have you ever wondered whether you should be taking your children to a pediatrician or to a family practitioner? Sure, both are professional doctors who have completed medical school and the required residencies. But what are the advantages of taking your child to a Pediatrician? Well, a pediatrician actually focuses exclusively on the diseases and illnesses that affect children, whereas a family practitioner has a broader, more generalized medical background. Here are a few things your pediatrician can provide that your general practitioner may not.

Education and Experience

Did you know that a family practitioner spends, on average, four out of 36 months of training dedicated to the care and treatment of children? A pediatrician, on the other hand, spends all 36 months learning to diagnose, treat and prevent the illnesses and diseases that affect kids. Can your general practitioner treat your child? Of course. But he or she may not as readily recognize certain conditions or diseases that your child may experience.

Hours Tailored to Kids

These days, kids have full schedules. From school to extracurricular activities like sports or music lessons, a child's day fills up quickly. At Premier Pediatrics, we understand that it can be tough to fit a yearly check-up or immunization into your family's busy schedule. That's why we offer a wide range of hours—better than most family practices. We offer appointments into the evenings so you can see the doc and still make it to band practice or the soccer game.

Help Outside the Clinic

As skilled Cedar City pediatricians, we know that caring for your kids goes beyond the doctor's office. That's why we offer a host of educational materials and resources so that you can continue to provide excellent care for your kids. Visit our website to get immunization schedules, dosage charts, or learn how to treat common ailments like diaper rash or bedwetting.