diagnosis and evaluation: conduct thorough medical evaluations, diagnostic tests, and consultations to accurately diagnose surgical conditions in pediatric patients
- surgical procedures: perform a variety of surgical procedures on infants, children, and adolescents, including but not limited to congenital anomalies, trauma cases, oncological surgeries, gastrointestinal surgeries, and thoracic surgeries
- preoperative care: assess patients' medical history, conduct physical examinations, and order necessary tests to prepare patients for surgery
- coordinate with anesthesiologists and other specialists to ensure patient safety during surgery
- intraoperative care: lead and participate in surgical procedures, ensuring precise and safe surgical techniques
- monitor patients' vital signs and make real-time decisions to optimize patient outcomes
- postoperative care: oversee patients' recovery and postoperative management
- prescribe and manage medications, monitor wound healing, and address any complications that may arise
- patient education: communicate with patients and their families, providing information about the surgical procedure, expected outcomes, and postoperative care
- address any concerns or questions to ensure patient and family understanding and compliance
- collaboration: collaborate with other medical professionals, including pediatricians, nurses, anesthesiologists, radiologists, and other specialists, to provide comprehensive and multidisciplinary care
- research and education: stay up-to-date with advancements in pediatric surgical techniques, research, and best practices
- contribute to medical research and education by publishing papers, giving presentations, and participating in academic activities
- emergency cases: respond to emergency situations, such as traumatic injuries or acute conditions, and provide timely surgical interventions when needed
- ethical and professional standards: uphold high ethical and professional standard