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Preferred Pediatrics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Nurse Practioner?

A nurse practioner (NP) is a registered nurse who has received specialized training (often at a graduate level) in diagnosing and treating illnesses and providing health care maintenance. Many are family nurse practioners, and some specialize in other areas including pediatric/child health.

NPs work in all 50 states and Washington, DC, in many health care settings. They can work independently in their own health care offices or in collaboration with physicians; they also may work in clinics, hospitals, outpatient facitlies, nursing homes, schools, businesses, correctional facilites, or in home health care agencies.

NPs are qualified to:

NPs will take the time to assess how your lifestyle affects your health. NPs work with their patients to prevent illness and promote healthy lifestyle choices. They concentrate on early detection of illness and emphasize disease prevention by providing education for patients.