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    A neonatologist is a pediatrician who specializes in treating newborn infants, especially those who are born prematurely or with illnesses. They assist with deliveries of high-risk newborns and provide medical care for serious conditions. Neonatologists complete medical school, a three-year residency in pediatrics, and a fellowship in neonatology. While emotionally stressful due to the fragility of their patients, neonatologists find satisfaction in helping newborns and earn a median salary of over $200,000 per year.

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    A neonatologist is a pediatrician who specializes in treating newborn infants, especially those who are born prematurely or with illnesses. They assist with deliveries of high-risk newborns and provide medical care for serious conditions. Neonatologists complete medical school, a three-year residency in pediatrics, and a fellowship in neonatology. While emotionally stressful due to the fragility of their patients, neonatologists find satisfaction in helping newborns and earn a median salary of over $200,000 per year.

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    Neonatologist

    BY: DEJA LAILANI

    WHAT IS A NEONATOLOGIST?

    A neonatologist is a pediatrician who specializes in treating newborn infants.

    DUTIES:

    When babies are born prematurely, with a birth defect or with a serious illness,
    a neonatologist may assist with the delivery and attend to the newborns
    medical needs.

    CONTINUE

    Neonatologists consult with obstetricians if pre-natal sonograms suggest the


    possibility of a birth defect or disease.

    EDUCATION:
    You need a four-year bachelor of science degree
    First two years:
    anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and pharmacology

    Final two years:


    rotations in medical specialties, including pediatric medicine

    YOU ALSO NEED:

    Three-years of residency

    then complete a fellowship in neonatology for their final years of studies

    PAYMENT:
    The total median payment is $201,966 per year

    PROS OF A NEONATOLOGIST:
    Less physical stress

    No demands from the patient since its a baby

    Satisfaction

    Enjoy emotional fulfilment

    CONS OF A NEONATOLOGIST:
    Emotionally stressful
    Working with babies who can die at any moment

    THANK YOU

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