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Call your health care provider if you suspect your child may have scoliosis.
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If the parent notices that a child's posture is abnormal, if when the child stands one hip appears to be higher than the other, if one shoulder blade appears to be sticking out, or the child appears to lean regularly to one side, the doctor should...
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A pediatrician or family physician usually makes an initial diagnosis of scoliosis. Orthopedic surgeons may provide surgical treatment. Physical therapists may provide therapeutic exercises for a person with scoliosis.
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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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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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A neurologist is a physician who has undergone additional training to diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system.
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Physiatrist (fizz eye' uh tree).
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