NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Includes specialty programs: Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics / Family Child Learning Center / Neurobehavioral Health / Neurology / Neurosurgery / Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Overview
We are ranked among the best children's hospitals in the country for pediatric neurology and neurosurgery, according to U.S. News & World Report. At our NeuroDevelopmental Science Center (NDSC), we bring together 5 pediatric specialties under one roof to deliver the best outcomes and quality of life for children and families affected by neurological and developmental disorders.
We are dedicated to easing the circumstances each step of the way, from referral to diagnosis to treatment. Our goal is to provide care that enriches you and your child's quality of life.
Our center includes pediatric experts in developmental and behavioral pediatrics, neurobehavioral psychology, neurology, neurosurgery and physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Our team approach ensures your child receives all the services he needs for complex medical conditions, ranging from autism spectrum and neuromuscular disorders to epilepsy and mitochondrial diseases. We tailor our services to your child's individual needs so she can achieve the best possible outcomes.
Locations/Contact Us
Contact NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Akron Children's Hospital Specialty Care
Considine Professional Building
215 W. Bowery St.
Suite 4400
Akron, Ohio 44308
Fax: 330-543-8054
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Our Doctors/Providers
Director, NeuroDevelopmental Science Center; Pediatric Neurologist
Director, Division of Pediatric Physiatry; Medical Director, Rehabilitation; Pediatric Physiatrist; Co-director, Myelodysplasia Clinic
Advanced Practice Provider, Inpatient NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Co-director, Tuberous Sclerosis Clinic, Pediatric Neurologist
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Director, Pediatric Neurosurgery; Pediatric Neurosurgeon
Advanced Practice Provider, Inpatient NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Advanced Practice Provider, Inpatient NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Advanced Practice Provider, Inpatient NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Advanced Practice Provider, Inpatient NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Director, Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics; Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician
Advanced Practice Provider, Inpatient NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Pediatric Neurologist
Advanced Practice Provider, Inpatient NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Pediatric Neurosurgeon
Coordinator, Epilepsy Surgery Program; Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Pediatric Neurologist
Director, Pediatric Neurology; Co-director, Tuberous Sclerosis Program; Pediatric Neurologist
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Director, Neonatal Follow-up Clinic and Down Syndrome Program; Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Director, Autism Diagnostic Clinic and Co-Director School Success Clinic; Clinical Psychologist
Pediatric Psychologist; Nationally Certified School Psychologist: Co-Director: School Success Clinic and Tic and Tourette Service
Pediatric Neuropsychologist
Pediatric Physiatrist; Director, Neuromuscular Clinic
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Advanced Practice Provider, Inpatient NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Pediatric Physiatrist: Director, Spasticity Clinic; Co-Director, Myelodysplasia Clinic
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Pediatric Neurologist/Epileptologist
Advanced Practice Provider, Inpatient NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Pediatric Neuropsychologist
Pediatric Neurologist
Physician Assistant
Director, Division of Neurobehavioral Health; Neuropsychology Clinical Training Program; Pediatric Neuropsychologist
Pediatric Psychologist
Physician Assistant
Pediatric Neurologist
Director, Headache Program; Pediatric Neurologist
Director, Pediatric Psychology Fellowship Program; Pediatric Psychologist
Pediatric Psychologist
Physician Assistant
Pediatric Psychologist
Director, Pediatric Epileptology; Pediatric Neurologist/Epileptologist
Specialty Programs
Open Clinical Studies
How children and adults with mitochondrial myopathy respond to exercise
We’re trying to learn how people with mitochondrial myopathy respond to exercise. Mitochondria are the body’s "power plants." They turn food into energy. If the "power plants” don’t make enough energy, muscles may grow weak. We’re studying differences between mitochondrial myopathy patients and healthy children when exercising. An exercise test tells us about breathing, blood circulation and muscle function during exercise. Such studies may lead to exercise testing as a way to diagnose and monitor mitochondrial myopathy patients.
Currently recruiting
Indirect Intracranial Pressure Measurement in Patients With Suspected or Documented Concussion
In this trial we are testing a medical monitoring device called the Headsense-1000 that may help diagnose and manage symptoms of a possible concussion in young athletes. A concussion or brain injury can increase the pressure in the skull and sometimes this pressure can cause serious medical problems. During this trial we will use the HeadSense monitoring device, which uses an audio signal, to record pressure of fluid inside the skulls of patients with injuries or concussions as well as patients with no injuries or concussions. Comparing the results will allow to determine if the HeadSense device has value in diagnosing and treating young athletes with head injuries.
Currently recruiting
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Videos
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Dunk a Doc at the cerebral palsy family picnic
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Meet Lexi: Patient gets to visit dream "House"
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Once Upon a Madelyne
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Tics and Tourette Syndrome
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Meet Sofia - Dyslexia
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"Never alone" - 2017 Advertising Campaign
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"A bright star" - 2017 Advertising Campaign
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Expert offers input into Charlie Gard case (HLN)
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Fighting for Baby Charlie (HLN)
