The Best Online Resources for Pediatricians

Pediatricians are integral to the development of a healthy society as they protect and nurture the future of the human race - children. Getting young children to articulate how they feel is no walk in the park, and anxious parents have to be dealt with kindness and tact. This fine balancing act can be difficult and often requires additional support to properly diagnose and treat each case.

In this article, we will be listing some of the best online resources for pediatricians. Whether it is additional information to hand out to parents,tools to communicate with children better, or resources for career advancement,we have you covered.

1. The American Academy of Pediatrics
The American Academy of Pediatrics' official website offers career advancement and management resources. Their practice transformation section is dedicated to keeping pediatricians up to date on the latest trends in pediatrics as well as other educational resources. Career resources are available for pediatricians at every stage from new graduates to those looking to retire. The site is a treasure trove of learning material and medical journals for those looking to further their knowledge.

2. AAP Immigrant Child Health Toolkit

According to the latest statistics, one in four children hail from immigrant families, and are the fastest growing segment of the American populace. These children have several challenges in life such as poverty, lack of health insurance and several other factors which greatly impact their quality of life. Additionally, they might face mental health issues due to their migration experiences, absence of their loved ones and language barriers. The stress of being and surviving in a foreign environment also puts unimaginable pressure on their health and wellness.

This toolkit  is a treasure trove of practical information and resources for pediatricians to help them deal with clinical care issues commonly found in the immigrant child population.

3. WIC approved Formula List

It is a complete list of approved formulas as well as other WIC-approved foods and procedures for making and approving formula requests. It's a great resource to refer to if your patients' are from a disadvantaged socio-economic background.

4. The Center for Children with Special Needs

Seattle Children's Center for Children with Special Needs is a great source of information for both families and professionals. They provide information and resources, program evaluation and needs assessment, health education and training.

5. The American Board of Pediatrics

Their official website is a repository of medical training and educational programs for those who are looking to either pursue or further a career in pediatrics. It also links other related organizations and resources like career guides.

6. HealhyChildren.org

In the days of WebMD, parental anxiety is at an all-time high. The lack of correct medical information provided and vetted by pediatricians coupled with the vast amounts of conflicting information on the Internet has become a huge problem for both pediatricians and parents. This is where the AAP's website for parents comes in, the HealthyChildren.org site is an online resource created by pediatricians for parents.

You can refer parents to this site for additional information and be 100% assured that the information is correct and easy for parents without a medical background to understand.

7. 13thirty Cancer Connect

This online support community and information center gives teenage cancer patients support around issues such as body image, challenges at school,and treatment.

8. National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders

The National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders(ANAD) is the place to go to for information relating to diagnosis, treatment,support for patients and their families as well as helplines created specifically for this cause.

9. The Independent Pediatrician
This website has categorized resources as follows; Adolescent Health, Breastfeeding, ICD-10, Pediatric Care, Practice Management, Social Media and Vaccination. It lists various excellent resources such as websites, organizations and journals that deal with each concern.

10. UpToDate

UpToDate is a medical subscription service which helps healthcare professionals make research- backed care decisions and treat patients correctly and efficiently. It provides evidence-based clinical decision support that is clear, actionable, and rich with insights from leading medical professionals and experts.

If you have a pressing clinical question or need to double-check your approach, you can look it up on  UpToDate for trusted answers based on the latest evidence and best practice.

We hope that our list of online resources helps you in your pediatrics practice. By using these resources, you will be able to help children and parents alike while simultaneously learning and advancing your own career.

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