Some doctors have special training and experience in caring for infants, children and teenagers.
Do not wait until your child is sick or needs a checkup to choose a physician. If you are having a baby, recently moved, or are changing insurance, it is wise to choose your child's primary care physician right away. For recommendations about different physicians you can ask other doctors you know, your friends, relatives and coworkers. Ask why they recommend or choose these doctors. Once you have collected a list of names, you can set up times to meet with your prospective primary care physician to become better acquainted.