SPECIALTY
PEDIATRICIAN
PEDIATRICIAN
CARING FOR KIDS
A crucial part of supporting Airmen is helping them care for their families, especially their children. Providing care for infants, children and adolescents, Pediatricians manage the physical, mental and emotional well-being of their patients. Whether they’re conducting a routine checkup or treating illness or injury, these specialists play a critical role in keeping their patients happy and healthy through every stage of development.
- Examine, diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of infants and children
- Prepare and review case histories for patients
- Manage pediatric services using a variety of resources
- Coordinate pediatric services with other medical activities
- Instruct interns and residents in proper diagnostic and treatment procedures for infants and children
CAREER TASKS
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QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
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MINIMUM EDUCATION
Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an approved school of medicine or osteopathic medicine -
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of a residency or fellowship in pediatrics
- Completion of 5.5-week Officer Training School course
- Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 48th birthday
TRAINING & EDUCATION
How do we transform you from the civilian sector to a leader and an Officer in the Air Force? From education to continued training, your Air Force path is here.
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OFFICER TRAINING SCHOOL
5.5 weeks
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MILITARY TRAINING LOCATION
Maxwell AFB AL
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