Taxonomy Code 2080P0203X

The directory of Pediatricians (Critical Care Medicine) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana was last updated 1/9/2024

Pediatricians (Critical Care Medicine)
Taxonomy Code 2080P0203X

Classification: Pediatrics

Description

A pediatrician expert in advanced life support for children from the term or near-term neonate to the adolescent. This competence extends to the critical care management of life-threatening organ system failure from any cause in both medical and surgical patients and to the support of vital physiological functions. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and also facilitates patient care among other specialists.

Notes

Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007.
www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition changed, source added]

Additional Resources: American Board of Pediatrics, 2007.
http://www.abp.org/.

Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Pediatrics.

ACGME Accredited Residency Program Requirements: 2 years of training with 3 years Pediatrics plus 1 year Pediatric Critical Care for certification for a total of 6 years.

ABMS Approved Subspecialty Certificate (Pediatrics)