I’d like to share some key points about the pediatric medical history, which is an essential part of clinical practice when working with children.

Taking a medical history in pediatrics is different from adults, since children often cannot describe their symptoms clearly. That’s why we usually gather most of the information from the parents or caregivers. A good pediatric history includes the reason for consultation, current illness, prenatal and birth history, feeding, growth and development, vaccination status, past medical history, and family and social history.

One important method in pediatrics is observation—how the child behaves, reacts, and looks during the interview. Also, using open and clear communication with the parents is key to getting accurate information and building trust.

If anyone has strategies or tips to make pediatric interviews easier, feel free to share!

Let’s keep learning and practicing together.