As you prepare for one of the most exciting and demanding careers in medicine, you will soon discover that pediatrics is not just a specialty - it is special. Being a pediatrician means providing love, support, guidance, and encouragement. It involves being a trusted friend and counselor to children and their families. A pediatrician enjoys the cultivation of relationships from infancy through adulthood and takes pride when children achieve their physical, mental, and social best. Most importantly, a pediatrician is a child advocate with a lifetime commitment to the good health and well-being of children. We invite you to join us in our enthusiasm for the challenges and rewards of providing care that lasts a lifetime.