Micik S H, Alpert J J
Pediatr Clin North Am. 1985 Feb;32(1):243-9. doi: 10.1016/s0031-3955(16)34771-x.
Pediatricians' success in the role of advocate can be associated with fewer injuries to children. The authors emphasize the importance of pediatrician advocacy for injury prevention, including preventive health maintenance, education, community organization, professional education, development of emergency medical services, and legislation and regulation.