Pathology is the study of the causes and processes of diseases through microscopic study. A pediatric pathologist studies samples under a microscope, including tissue specimens, cells, body fluids, and secretions from infants, children and adolescents. Information gathered from the laboratory study of these samples allows the pediatric pathologist to diagnose, confirm and monitor diseases in children. This specialist has the knowledge and understanding of normal and abnormal growth and development, along with extensive knowledge of pediatric medicine.
Doctor density varies by specialty and location. Arizona has 9 practicing pediatric pathologists. Broken out by city, pediatric pathology doctor density in Phoenix is 6, in Sierra Vista is 1, and in Tempe is 2.
Arizona has many famous tourist attractions and parks, including the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead, which was created when the dam was built. The Grand Canyon draws millions of visitors each year, and Phoenix, Scottsdale, Flagstaff each draw their own sun-seeking winter vacationers. Visit the world-famous O.K. Corral in Tombstone. Arizona’s population is 5,939,292, and Phoenix, the capital city, is home to a majority of those people. Entertainers Linda Ronstadt, Stevie Nicks, and Tanya Tucker were born here, along with architect Frank Lloyd Wright and former Supreme Court justice Sandra Day O’Connor.
According to 2005 Census estimates, Arizona has a population of 5,939,292. Of this population, 1,535,805 are under the age of 18 and 754,345 are at or above the age of 65.
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