Neurology

Every child is special, and every child deserves special care. At WVU Medicine Children’s, we know that no two pediatric neurology cases are exactly alike. That’s why we’ve assembled an expert team to evaluate your child’s case. Pediatric neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, and many other providers work together to care for your child’s unique needs.

Conditions We Treat

We treat infants, children, and teens with neurological disorders. We guide them through every phase of care and adjust treatment plans as their needs change. Our multidisciplinary team cares for:

• Cerebral palsy
• Demyelinating disorders, including multiple sclerosis
• Epilepsy
• Growth and developmental disorders
• Headaches
• Mental health disorders
• Movement disorders
• Neonatal neurological disorders
• Neurocutaneous syndromes
• Neuroimmunologic and neuroinflammatory disorders
• Neuromuscular disorders, including muscular dystrophy
• Spasticity

Our Multispecialty Clinics and Providers

We take a team approach when it comes to providing complete care for your child. A range of pediatric experts from multiple specialty clinics come together to care for the complex, and often related, neurological issues that can affect kids. In addition to pediatric neurologists, neurosurgeons, and neuropsychologists, other pediatric providers include:

• Complex care physicians
• Nurse practitioners
• Occupational therapists
• Orthopedists
• Physical medicine specialists
• Physical therapists
• Psychiatrists
• Pulmonologists
• Rehabilitation specialsts
• Social workers

Cerebral Palsy and Spasticity Clinic

We offer comprehensive treatment and support for children and families dealing with cerebral palsy and other conditions that cause spasticity, including traumatic injuries and congenital conditions. Learn more about our Cerebral Palsy and Spasticity Clinic.

Epilepsy Center and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit

WVU Medicine Children’s and the WVU Epilepsy Center offer state-of-the-art care for children and adults with seizure disorders. We have the only pediatric Epilepsy Monitoring Unit in the state. Our rooms have special equipment that allows us to monitor your child’s condition. In addition to epilepsy, we treat other seizure disorders including Angelman syndrome, Doose syndrome, and cortical dysplasia. Learn more about our pediatric Epilepsy Center.

Neurodevelopmental Center

We provide outpatient therapy for children with disorders of the brain and central nervous system. We treat:

• Autism spectrum disorders
• Growth and developmental disorders

Learn more about our Neurodevelopmental Center.

Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry

The pediatric neurology and behavioral medicine teams at WVU Medicine Children’s work together to treat neurobehavioral issues in children. We address issues that affect their behavior at school and at home, including headaches, chronic pain syndromes, and mood disorders. Psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, and case managers offer evaluation and treatment for children dealing with trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, and other mental health issues. Learn more about our behavioral medicine and psychiatry program.

Brain and Spinal Cord Diseases

Brain and spinal cord diseases in children require highly specialized care. A collaborative team of experts work together to deliver excellent outcomes. The team includes board-certified pediatric neurosurgeons, orthopedists, nephrologists, complex care physicians, hematologists, oncologists, and many other providers. They care for:

• Chiari malformations
• Spasticity
• Spina bifida
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Tumors

Learn more about our pediatric neurosurgery program.

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