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paediatrics

British  
/ ˌpiːdɪˈætrɪks /

noun

  1. (functioning as singular) the branch of medical science concerned with children and their diseases

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  • paediatric adjective

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"Only essential departments remain operational: the emergency unit, maternity ward and paediatrics."

From Barron's • Dec. 26, 2025

Those include two major medical facilities and also hospitals that offer such specialized medical care as obstetrics, paediatrics and oncology.

From Salon • Oct. 30, 2024

He says although the group has reduced the amount it has spent, sometimes short-notice issues force its hand, especially in specialist areas like paediatrics and emergency care.

From BBC • May 8, 2024

Becoming a surgical hub has secured the future of the South West Acute Hospital, according to Mark Gillespie, director of surgery and paediatrics at the Western health Trust.

From BBC • Feb. 29, 2024

In a video recording, Dr Hussam Abu Safiya - the head of paediatrics at the Kamal Adwan Hospital - said malnutrition was widespread, as well as infections of the digestive system.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2024