Pediatrics

The Child Study Center serves children from birth through 21 years of age who have or are at risk for developmental disabilities. The Pediatric Department sees children with the full range of developmental difficulties and associated disorders.

Neurodevelopmental and behavioral pediatricians staff the program. The Center is the only source for this subspecialty care in Tarrant County. Neurodevelopmental and behavioral pediatricians evaluate the interaction of medical/biologic factors with development. Common diagnoses served include:

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder

Autistic spectrum disorders

Behavioral disorders

Developmental delay

Developmental difficulties associated with syndromes and other developmental differences

Learning disabilities

Mental retardation

Motor disorders

Neurodevelopmental and behavioral pediatricians focus their entire professional practice on diagnosing and treating children with developmental and behavioral disorders. The diagnostic process involves physical examination, observation, and sometimes developmental or medical testing. The pediatrician frequently serves as the director of a team of specialists to design a program of care that benefits the child and the family. Ongoing developmental pediatric care may involve repeated screening or testing, prescribing medication and supervision of the program of care.

For more information call: 817.336.8611