n. The branch of medicine that deals with newborn infants, especially the ill or premature newborn infant.
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n. that branch of pediatric medicine concerned with the newborn; the diagnosis and treatment of neonates
Word Usage
"There are diverse academic paths in neonatology, including but not limited to physician-scientist, program director, division chief, NICU director, site investigator for multicenter trials."