Pediatric Surgeons

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General Surgeon, Physician, Surgeon, Thoracic Surgeon

What they do:
Diagnose and perform surgery to treat fetal abnormalities and birth defects, diseases, and injuries in fetuses, premature and newborn infants, children, and adolescents. Includes all pediatric surgical specialties and subspecialties.
On the job, you would:
  • Analyze patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure.
  • Conduct research to develop and test surgical techniques that can improve operating procedures and outcomes.
  • Consult with patient's other medical care specialists, such as cardiologist and endocrinologist, to determine if surgery is necessary.

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Personality

People interested in this work like activities that include ideas, thinking, and figuring things out.

Technology

You might use software like this on the job:

Medical software

  • Epic Systems Hot Technology
  • MEDITECH software

Graphics or photo imaging software

  • Computer imaging software

Operating system software

  • Microsoft Windows Hot Technology

Education

Education: (rated 5 of 5)

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