Newborns are not just small adults. They have unique medical needs that differ from even young children and toddlers. Neonatologists are physicians with special training that qualifies them to care for newborns and premature babies.

American Academy of Pediatricians

Council of Pediatric Subspecialties

Johns Hopkins

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