About the Institute

Welcome to Orlando Health Children's Neuroscience Institute, supported by the Leon Pediatric Neuroscience Fund. It's an exciting time in the advancement of pediatric neuroscience as innovative treatments are bringing new hope and life-changing health outcomes to children and their families.

We offer the most comprehensive neuroscience program in Central Florida, including expertise in fetal neurosurgery and the most advanced microsurgical options for complex neurosurgical cases. We are committed to doing everything possible to help your child thrive and to addressing your concerns.

Our specialties include:

Pediatric Behavioral Health and Development
Pediatric Craniomaxillofacial Surgery
Pediatric Neurology
Pediatric Neuropsychology
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Pediatric Psychiatry

As part of the institute, Orlando Health Children's Arnold Palmer Hospital offers both inpatient and outpatient services, including neuromonitoring rooms that provide 24-hour, around-the-clock care. In addition, you’ll have access to leading-edge diagnostic technology and treatment techniques.

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A Message from Our President

Samer K. Elbabaa, MD, FAANS, FACS
President, Orlando Health Children's Neuroscience Institute
Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery and board-certified pediatric neurosurgeon

Young minds deserve the best chance to develop to their full potential. At the institute, we provide the most comprehensive pediatric care, offering children the opportunity to continue progressing, regardless of injury or disorder. At the institute, we are committed to supporting your family with a multidisciplinary team of experts who use advanced techniques and procedures specialized for young people.

Nothing is more important than the bond between parent and child. To maintain that connection, you’ll work with pediatric care providers who understand that family involvement is crucial to help your child heal.

We share your concerns and work with you to help your child find and reach their highest capabilities.

The Orlando Health Children's Arnold Palmer Hospital Advantage

Orlando Health Children's Neuroscience Institute caters to your child's health needs - and your concerns. We offer both inpatient and outpatient services, including neuromonitoring rooms that provide 24-hour, around-the-clock care. In addition, you’ll have access to leading-edge diagnostic technology and treatment techniques.

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About the Institute + Orlando Health Children's Arnold Palmer Hospital

At the Orlando Health Children's Neuroscience Institute, supported by the Leon Pediatric Neuroscience Fund, we are proud to offer the most comprehensive and leading-edge pediatric neuroscience programs in Central Florida. As a newly established institute, we believe in our mission to provide the highest level of personalized and compassionate care for all our patients as we bring hope and life-changing outcomes to children and their families. We take pride in delivering the most advanced treatments and providing quality education for our community.

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