Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents

“The pediatric department at the hospital specialized in treating children’s illnesses.”

2. noun

the branch of medicine concerned with the health and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents

“She studied pediatric medicine to become a pediatrician.”

3. noun

a doctor who specializes in the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents

“The pediatrician diagnosed the child’s illness and prescribed medication.”

4. noun

a medical specialty concerned with the care of children’s teeth

“The pediatric dentist examined the child’s teeth and provided advice on oral hygiene.”