Appointments

When I call for an appointment, what can I expect?

We are a pediatric neuroscience-neuropsychology office specializing in child brain development and learning.  We look forward to your call and we will be happy to address any questions or concerns you may have.�

What's involved in the initial consultation appointment?

The initial consultation is generally 1�-2 hours in length.� As we greet you and your child, the clerical staff will give you the following:

• Notice of privacy practices: protected health information in accordance with HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
• Acknowledgment of receipt of our office's privacy practices
• If possible, please print and bring the following completed forms to your appointment.
  - Pediatric Neuropsychology History Questionnaire (PDF)
  - Registration/Intake form (PDF)

When you meet with the neuropsychologist, the Doctor will observe your child and ask questions to you and your child regarding:

• Your child�s symptoms that prompted your call for an appointment.
• Your child�s development regarding Attention, Executive Function/Self-Direction, Memory, Sensory, Motor, Speech, Language, Mood and Social abilities
• Medical History
• Psychological/Social History
• Educational History
• Family History

Formal evaluation recommendations, are discussed at this appointment.

What can I bring to the initial appointment?

Please bring copies of the following information with you, if available:

• Pertinent Health records
• Allied Health evaluation reports/progress reports (i.e. Speech/Language, Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), Psychological/behavioral evaluations, Counseling progress reports)
• Pertinent Educational records (i.e. case study evaluation results, Individual Education Plan (IEP), classroom accommodation plan (504 Plan), school-based allied health progress reports, teacher reports.)
• Optional-additional checklists are available.