MEDICAL SERVICES

This practice specializes in the field of Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics which includes the evaluation and treatment of:

• Learning Disabilities
• Attentional Disorders
• Pervasive Developmental Disorders
• Autism
• Developmental Delay
• High Risk Infants
• Cerebral Palsy and
• Related Neuromuscular Disorders.

EVAULATION PROCESS

1. History Taking

A full history will be obtained from past records, questionnaires and a personal interview with the parents.

2. Examination of the Child

This examination of the child includes not only a general physical examination, but also a neurologic evaluation and a neurodevelopmental assessment. The latter evaluates the way a child uses visual, auditory and tactile input, how he/she coordinates this with stored information and the quality of verbal, gross and fine motor output. The child’s behavior, concentration and response to stress and praise are also evaluated, for the child with physical handicaps, an assessment of range of motion, body alignment, activities of daily living and equipment needs is also performed.

3. Laboratory Tests and X-rays

If the history and physical evaluation indicates the need for laboratory tests or x-rays, they will be discussed with the parents and ordered. All laboratory work will be performed by outside laboratories. Orders will be provided by this office, however, this office does not have a laboratory facility.

Abnormal results requiring immediate attention will be reported to you promptly. Other abnormal results will be reviewed with you at your next office appointment.

4. Informing Interview

The results of the evaluation will be discussed with the parents. It is recommended that children over 16 be included in this process. We will formulate a plan of action and follow up at this time. The option of a 2nd informing interview with a younger child is available.There is a separate charge for this appointment.

5. Written Report

An in-depth report summarizing the total evaluation will be sent to you and, with your approval, to your primary care physician

6. Outside Resources

Identification of appropriate resources will be reviewed and discussed during informing interview.

7. Follow-up Visits

These are set up on a periodic basis in order to deal with issues proactively and to monitor your child's progress. There is no set interval for follow up appointments, however, each recommendation is individually determined with the exception of rare cases; children must be seen every four to six months. As children grow and change, treatment programs must be altered accordingly.

HOSPITALIZATION AND CONSULTATIONS

Atlanta/Scottish Rite Campus. Dr. Nathanson-Lippitt also provide consultation services at other hospitals on request of the primary care doctor.