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Doctor Specialties could include:
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Gastroenterologist
- Internist
- Pediatric Gastroent...
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Gastrointestinal Surgeon
- Family Practice Phy...
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A healthcare professional should be contacted if a child experiences persistent abdominal distention, is unable to have normal bowel movements, or exhibits other symptoms of ileus. Persistent abdominal pain and chronic or prolonged constipation ar...
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After a doctor completes medical school and is licensed to practice medicine, the physician may pursue a rigorous 3 year training program in Internal Medicine.
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Pediatric gastroenterologists specialize in the treatment of children and teens with digestive and liver disorders. After completing medical school, the physician receives at least three more years of training in a pediatric residency, followed by three or more years of training as a pediatric- gastroenterology fellow.
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The American Board of Medical Specialties recognizes Family Medicine as a distinct discipline requiring an additional three years of training for doctors who wish to become Board Certified in this field. Family Medicine doctors are usually primary care providers (PCPs) [formerly general practitioners, or GPs] for the entire family.
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