About
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries in children. May refer patients to specialists for further diagnosis or treatment, as needed.
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$198.6k
Annual median Salary
Education
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
78%
Post-doctoral training
20%
Doctoral degree
1%
Professional degree
Careers
Typical Job Titles
General Pediatrician
Group Practice Pediatrician
Medical Doctor (MD)
Physician