Pediatric offices are often very similar. There are scales to weight babies and children, exam room tables to allow doctors to examine their patients and refine their diagnosis, and of course (to the temporary despair of little ones) needles to administer immunizations and perform lab tests. The walls are sometimes covered with cute decorations and fun cartoons to the delight of the kids. You will find all of this in pediatric practices all over the world, regardless of the country or of the language spoken.
What some pediatric offices do not share is an ability to offer prompt and trustworthy medical advice to the families they serve. Too often, pediatric practices in emerging countries do not give parents the option to consult with a doctor. Not every question should require a visit to the office. Many concerns can be tackled during a brief discussion with a pediatrician.
This is why Daktari exists. To provide a trusted pediatrician to answer your non-urgent questions in a timely manner without the hassle of traveling to the office.
In addition to being available for medical advice through the app, please return frequently to read our blog posts, where common pediatric questions will be discussed.
About Daktari
DAKTARI is an mHealth app designed to enable the connection of parents to trusted Pediatricians who can put their mind at ease by providing trusted information on common pediatric health conditions and first aid situations that parents can manage at home.