"The med students are also taught by lab technicians, nurses, respiratory
therapists, X-Ray techs, and other allied health care providers who are
expert in their own specialties."

Linda:  The difference is that all of the above are LICENSED by the state,
IBCLC is not.  Also the IBCLC exam is an ENTRY-LEVEL exam (as per IBLCE), not
one for established, experienced LCs.  Also, I thought LCs were appalled by
the "medicalization" of breastfeeding!  Why would you want to be one of us?
(I am very cranky today)
Nancy

Nancy E. Wight MD, FAAP, IBCLC
Neonatologist, Children's Hospital, and Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women
Medical Director, Lactation Services, Sharp HealthCare
San Diego, CA, USA

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