At those courses, more opportunities for problem-solving and more case studies should be an important part of the program. Such modern-day topics as child abuse and mental health problems, more often encountered in adolescence, should also be an important feature of those sessions. The Turkish National Pediatric Society, in light of the Convention on the Rights of the Child , has organized seminars on violence and child abuse. But there is room for more activity along these lines. The Turkish language journal emphasizes implementation of new technologies in the field and is distributed to all members of the Society.
Pediatricians have a special place in communities.
They are far more influential than other members of the medical profession. We have the closest ties at the family level, due to our role in the lives of children. Traditionally, pediatricians are among the main civic leaders in their communities. With these strengths and through the status and outreach of our respective national pediatric societies, our impact on the improvement of health is so important, and can be so effective, that we should use the advantages of our position to the maximum. While we can be justly proud of past contributions, we should continue to make our best efforts, individually and through our societies, to achieve the goals that we all share, for the better health of our youngsters.