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[quote=Anonymous]Speaking as an internist, most of my patients are 50 years-old and up. I wouldn't switch to an adolescent to an internist until you absolutely have to do so. Most pediatricians get some training in adolescent medicine, but are still primarily baby doctors and may not be as comfortable talking about drugs, sex, puberty and the other issues that teens may face. If you live in an area where you can be seen by a doctor who is specially trained in adolescent medicine, or your peds office has an adolescent medicine specialist, that is ideal. My experience is that these specialists really understand teenagers in a way that internists and general pediatricians might not. just my $0.02.... [/quote]
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