Dr. Chamroeun Phim
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MEDICAL DOCTOR
Dr. Chamroeun Phim
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MEDICAL DOCTOR
Fee
USD $25
Experience
9 years
Rating
4.5
Siem Reap, Siem Reap, Cambodia
English
10-30 min consultation
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Dr. Emmanuel Okafor
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MBBS
Dr. Emmanuel Okafor
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MBBS
Fee
USD $25
Experience
4 years
Rating
4.5
Aba, Abia, Nigeria
English
10-30 min consultation
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Dr. Sarah Abozaid
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Dr. Sarah Abozaid
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Fee
USD $25
Experience
2 years
Rating
4.5
Umm Durman, al-Khartum, Sudan
Arabic, English
10-30 min consultation
Available Today
Dr. Chakradhar
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MBBS
Dr. Chakradhar
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MBBS
Fee
USD $155
Experience
4 years
Rating
4.5
Eluru, Andhra Pradesh, India
English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada
10-30 min consultation
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Dr. Abebe Bayou
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MD
Dr. Abebe Bayou
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MD
Fee
USD $105
Experience
7 years
Rating
4.5
Awassa, Southern, Ethiopia
English, Amharic, Oromo
10-30 min consultation
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Dr. Ahmed Reda Eid
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MBBCH
Dr. Ahmed Reda Eid
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MBBCH
Fee
USD $55
Experience
14 years
Rating
4.5
Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
English, Arabic
10-30 min consultation
Available Today
Dr. Wegahta Andebrhan
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MBBS
Dr. Wegahta Andebrhan
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MBBS
Fee
USD $55
Experience
3 years
Rating
4.5
Kampala, Central, Uganda
English, Tigrinya
10-30 min consultation
Available Today
Dr. Dawit Dereje
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MEDICAL DOCTOR
Dr. Dawit Dereje
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MEDICAL DOCTOR
Fee
USD $105
Experience
5 years
Rating
4.5
Addis Ababa, Addis Abeba, Ethiopia
English
10-30 min consultation
Available Today
Dr. Abel Goshime
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MEDICAL DOCTOR
Dr. Abel Goshime
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MEDICAL DOCTOR
Fee
USD $25
Experience
6 years
Rating
4.5
Adey Ababa, Addis Abeba, Ethiopia
English
10-30 min consultation
Available Today
Dr. Mohamed Ali
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MBBS, IMC, ECFMG, AMC 1
Dr. Mohamed Ali
🩺 Adolescent Medicine
MBBS, IMC, ECFMG, AMC 1
Fee
USD $25
Experience
8 years
Rating
4.5
Letterkenny, Donegal, Ireland
English, Arabic
10-30 min consultation
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What is a Adolescent Medicine?

Adolescent medicine is a medical subspecialty that focuses on the medical care of adolescents and young adults, typically between the ages of 10 and 25. The goal of adolescent medicine is to provide comprehensive and specialized care to address the unique physical, emotional, and social needs of this age group.

Adolescence is a period of rapid physical and emotional development, and it is during this time that young people are at an increased risk for a range of health issues, such as mental health problems, substance abuse, sexual and reproductive health issues, and chronic illnesses like asthma and diabetes. Adolescent medicine practitioners are trained to identify, diagnose, and manage these health issues, as well as to provide preventive care and health education.

Some of the common health issues that adolescent medicine specialists deal with include acne, eating disorders, menstrual problems, sexually transmitted infections, and injuries related to sports and physical activity. They also provide counseling and treatment for mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.

Adolescent medicine practitioners work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, schools, and community health centers. They often collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as pediatricians, gynecologists, and psychologists, to ensure that their patients receive the best possible care.

In addition to providing medical care, adolescent medicine practitioners also play an important role in health education and promotion. They provide guidance on healthy behaviors such as diet and exercise, as well as safe sex practices, substance abuse prevention, and other health-related issues. By empowering young people with the knowledge and tools they need to make healthy choices, adolescent medicine practitioners can help them to achieve their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.