Doctors who treat children are called pediatricians. Meet Dr. Jaclyn Dovico. She is a pediatrician. Dr. Dovico used to work at a bank. But she wanted to help kids. So she became a doctor. That was six years ago.
Some people think doctors help only kids who are sick. Dr. Dovico says that is not true. “My job is more than just seeing whether a child is sick,” she says. “It is about how to help kids keep healthy habits.”
Good Advice
Would you like to be a pediatrician? Dr. Dovico has some advice.
Doctors have to go to college. Then they go to medical school. Be ready to work hard and learn, says Dr. Dovico.
Be ready to get silly. Dr. Dovico sings songs. She makes kids laugh. This helps them feel calm.
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