Pediatric neurology is a specialized field of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of neurological disorders in infants, children, and adolescents. Pediatric neurologists are specially trained to address a wide range of neurological conditions unique to the pediatric population.
Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders: Diagnosis, treatment, and management of epilepsy and other seizure disorders in children.
Neuromuscular Disorders: Evaluation and care for conditions affecting the nerves and muscles, including muscular dystrophy and neuropathies.
Headaches and Migraines: Assessment and management of headaches and migraines in pediatric patients.
Neurogenetic Disorders: Diagnosis and counseling for children with genetic disorders affecting the nervous system.
Movement Disorders: Evaluation and treatment of conditions causing abnormal movements, such as tics, tremors, and dystonia.
Cerebral Palsy and Motor Disorders: Comprehensive care for children with cerebral palsy and other motor coordination disorders.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Developmental Disorders: Assessment and management of neurological aspects associated with ASD and developmental delays.
Neurocutaneous Syndromes: Diagnosis and care for syndromes affecting both the nervous system and the skin, such as neurofibromatosis.
Neuroinflammatory Disorders: Treatment of conditions involving inflammation of the nervous system, including multiple sclerosis in children.
Pediatric Stroke: Evaluation and management of stroke and vascular disorders affecting the brain in children.
Neurological Effects of Metabolic Disorders: Care for neurological manifestations of metabolic disorders, such as mitochondrial disorders.
Neuro-Oncology: Collaborative care for children with brain tumors, involving neurosurgeons, oncologists, and radiation oncologists.
Neuropsychological Evaluation: Assessment of cognitive and behavioral functions to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.
Electroencephalogram (EEG) and Electromyography (EMG): Diagnostic testing to measure electrical activity in the brain (EEG) and muscles (EMG).
Sleep Disorders: Evaluation and management of sleep-related disorders, including sleep apnea and insomnia.