How can we tell whether a child died from co-sleeping or if she was smothered intentionally by a parent who had tired of her crying? How can we tell if the story parents gave about a broken leg or a brain bleed is plausible? We lean on child abuse specialist pediatricians, especially in physical abuse cases, to help us solve these and other quandaries. These skilled physicians are invaluable members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT). I consult with our local specialists on