What happens at first pediatric neurology appointment?
The first clinic visit can take up to an hour . You and your child will meet with a pediatric neurologist — a specialist in treating children’s brain and nervous system conditions. The neurologist will examine your child, ask questions about his or her symptoms and go over any test results.
What are the different types of pediatric neurologic assessment?
The most common neurological tests look at:
- Mental status. We’ll assess your child’s level of awareness and how she interacts with the environment.
- Motor function and balance. If your child is old enough, we may ask her to:
- Sensory perception. This examines your child’s ability to feel.
- Reflexes.
- Cranial nerves.
What is the meaning of pediatric neurology?
Paediatric neurologists diagnose and treat children with diseases and conditions that affect the nervous system. They also deal with patients who have head injuries, seizures, or muscle weakness.
What do pediatric neurologists diagnose?
Pediatric neurologists diagnose and treat many diseases, including seizures, sleep disorders, head injuries, learning disabilities, and other developmental problems. Pediatric neurologists are also experts in preventing neurological disease and in reducing neurological disability.
Why would a child go to a neurologist?
Child neurologists often diagnose, treat, and manage the following conditions: Seizures and epilepsy. Muscle problems which may cause weakness, such as: muscular dystrophy or neuropathy. Headaches, including migraines and concussions.
Do neurologists treat autism?
Neurologists: Neurologists can play a role in diagnosing autism by ruling out neurological disorders that may be causing the symptoms of autism. They perform neurological testing and developmental motor tests.
Can a pediatric neurologist diagnose ADHD?
Attention deficit disorder (ADHD or ADD) can be diagnosed by a psychiatrist, a psychologist, a pediatrician or family doctor, a nurse practitioner, a neurologist, a master level counselor, or a social worker.
Where are the first choice neurologists in Florida?
First Choice Neurology has 20 pediatric neurologists. Our pediatric neurologists are located in Miami , Palmetto Bay, and Weston, Florida.
Is there a pediatric neurology program at Dartmouth Hitchcock?
We have strong programs in general clinical pediatric neurology, pediatric neurometabolic and neurodegenerative disorders, and pediatric epilepsy. We work closely with neuroscience specialists and others in many programs and departments at CHaD and Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, including:
What do you need to know about first choice neurology?
First Choice Neurology services patients with a variety of neurological conditions including Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, epilepsy, migraines, multiple sclerosis, neuromuscular disorders, Parkinson’s disease, sleep disorders, strokes, traumatic brain injuries, and more.
Which is the largest neurology group in Florida?
First Choice Neurology is the largest neurology group in the United States with more than 41 facilities in 6 Florida counties and services at 35 major hospitals.