A pediatric endocrinologist is a specialist who diagnoses and treats growth problems
in children. He or she can help answer your questions about your child's growth.
This specialist can also help your child reach his or her full growth potential.
Many growth specialists may have long wait lists, so if you have a referral, set
up a time to see this expert as soon as you can. You will need to make sure you
have all you need for this visit. Read more about how to prepare for this visit
in the next section.
If your child is found to have a growth problem, this specialist will decide if
growth hormone therapy is right for your child. The sooner your child starts treatment,
the better the results are likely to be.