Pediatric Neurology

Comprehensive Pediatric Neurological Care

Neurological disorders in children can be present at birth (congenital), or they can develop as a child grows. While all neurological disorders involve the brain, nerves or spinal column, symptoms can vary greatly depending on the condition.

Signs of a neurological problem may include tremors, seizures, changes in reflexes, severe headaches, muscle rigidity, and delays in developmental milestones. Having your child properly diagnosed and treated can make a major difference in your child's quality of life today and in the future.

The Orlando Health Children's Neuroscience Institute Neurology, supported by the Leon Pediatric Neuroscience Fund, features a multidisciplinary team of pediatric neurology experts offering advanced treatments for a wide range of neurological conditions, including:

• Seizures and Epilepsy
• Childhood Headaches
• Developmental delay
• Cerebral Palsy
• Congenital Brain Disorders
• Concussion and Head Injuries
• Neuromuscular Disorders
• Hypotonia
• Tics and Movement Disorders
• Neurocutaneous Syndromes
• Demyelinating Diseases
• Neuroimmunological Disorders
• Neurometabolic disorders
• Spasticity
• Spina Bifida

Onsite Diagnostics

Physicians at the Orlando Health Children's Neuroscience Institute, supported by the Leon Pediatric Neuroscience Fund, use various tests to diagnose possible neurological conditions in infants and children. These may include motor function, balance, reflex and sensory exams, and more advanced tests to address the health of the muscles and nerves, and the transmission of electrical signals within the brain. Diagnosing a child's neurological condition may also involve genetic testing through the Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Division of Genetics.

Integrative Treatments

Our physicians use a full range of integrative medical treatments, from pharmacological therapies to holistic approaches including ketogenic diet plans for the treatment of seizures. Patients and their families may also be educated on lifestyle strategies to minimize the onset of symptoms and to support ongoing healing.

Multidisciplinary Care

Your doctor's neurologist may involve other Orlando Health Arnold Palmer specialists in your child's care, as needed, to provide the most comprehensive and effective treatments possible. Our Children's Neuroscience Institute, supported by the Leon Pediatric Neuroscience Fund, involves the participation of pediatric neurosurgeons, craniofacial surgeons, neuropsychologists, behavioral and development specialists, pediatric geneticists, dietitians, Child Life specialists, rehabilitation specialists, social service counselors and specialty nurses.

The following programs offer multidisciplinary care for specific neurological conditions:

• Pediatric Craniosynostosis Program
• Pediatric Concussion Program
• Pediatric Epilepsy Center
• Pediatric Plagiocephaly Program
• Pediatric Spasticity Program
• Pediatric Spina Bifida Program
• Haley Center for Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders
• Neurofibromatosis Program
• Tuberous Sclerosis Program