What is the difference between a family doctor and a pediatrician?

Physicians: Family practice Physicians can see all ages. Pediatricians deal with children : usually birth to 18 yrs. This is a general professional advice limited to USA patients based on information provided and is to be verified by a Physician familiar with the patient.

Training: A family physician ha sfinished training in Family Medicine which includes Internal medicine,gynecology and Pediatrics A Pediatrician has finished in depth training in all fields of Pediatrics including neonatology,develpmemtal pediatrics and others in children

Family dr/ pediatric: A pediatrician treats & care for young people age 0to 18 or up to 21, a family doctor treats the entire family. I hope that answers your question. Good luck.

Depth of Training: Your general pediatrician spends 3 years training in general & specialty areas of pediatrics. (Birth to 21)Your family doctor does 3 years rotating in broad areas of medical care, from delivering babies to surgery and psychiatry. The primary difference is the depth of training in issues that involve kids.