Child Neurology
Pediatric neurologists in the Child Neurology Unit are dedicated to providing expert care to infants, children and adolescents.
- Phone: 617-724-6400
Neurologists in the Child Neurology Unit are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric neurological disorders and diseases from the most common, to the most rare.
Our pediatric neurologists specialize in certain conditions and diseases within pediatrics, so children who become patients here are matched with experts who can best serve each child’s needs.
Several of our treatment programs feature a multidisciplinary approach that includes professionals from nutrition, psychology, child psychiatry, orthopedics, neurosurgery, and speech, occupational and physical therapy.
Pediatric neurologists on staff in the Neonatal and Intensive Care Unit (NICU) see patients with wide variety of neonatal and infant neurological problems, including developmental and neuromuscular problems and seizure disorders of infancy.
Neonatal Intensive Care UnitChildren identified with or suspected of having neurodevelopmental problems are seen by an attending child neurologist in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and, if necessary are referred to appropriate subspecialty services such as gastroenterology, pulmonary, ophthalmology, audiology and early intervention. Dr. Kalpathy S. Krishnamoorthy-the attending physician-and the staff have particular expertise in the treatment of developmental delay, neonatal seizures, intracranial hemorrhage, neonatal strokes and neuromuscular disorders.
A follow-up program offers an opportunity to screen infants at risk for various neurodevelopmental problems to implement early intervention and provide counseling for the family. To schedule an appointment at the Neonatal Clinic and for all referrals, please call 617-726-6093. For other Child Neurology appointments, please see the Contact Us page.
| Child Neurologists | Clinical Interests |
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| Bauman, Margaret, MD |
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| Chitnis, Tanuja, MD |
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| Dooling, Elizabeth, MD |
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| Gascon, Generoso Gutierrez, MD |
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| Jones, Robin, MD |
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| Krishnamoorthy, Kalpathy, MD |
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| Lai, Florence, MD |
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| Neumeyer, Ann, MD |
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| Plotkin, Scott, MD |
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| Sassower, Kenneth, MD |
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| Sims, Katherine, MD |
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| Staley, Kevin, MD |
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| Thiele, Elizabeth, MD |
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| Ronald L. Thibert, DO, MSPH |
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| Tseng, Brian, MD |
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| Affiliated Neurologists at Mass General Hospital | Clinical Interests |
| Schmahmann, Jeremy, MD |
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| Sharma, Nutan, MD |
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| Affiliated Neurologists at North Shore Children's Hospital | Clinical Interests |
| Capin, Donna, MD | |
| Hart, Edward, MD | |
| Oppenheimer, Edgar, MD |
Our dedicated specialists diagnose and treat all neurological and neurogenetic conditions of infants, children and adolescents. We work in close alliance with our neurosurgical colleagues. Our neurologists are representative of the best of those practicing general pediatric neurology as well as pediatric neurology subspecialties.
Clinical Subspecialties
In addition to other common neurological conditions and disorders, the Massachusetts General Hospital Child Neurology Unit encompasses the following subspecialties.
Related Services
As part of our multidisciplinary approach, patients may receive evaluations and treatment from the following related services.
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| Child psychiatry | Ophthalmology |
| Educational testing | Orthopedics |
| Metabolic genetics | Pharmacology |
| Neurophysiology | Physical therapy |
| Neuropsychiatric | Psychology |
| Neurorehabilitation | Sleep disorders |
| Neurosurgery | Speech and language testing |
| Nutrition | Speech therapy |
| Occupational therapy |
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Our Doctors
| Child Neurologists | Clinical Interests |
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| Bauman, Margaret, MD |
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| Chitnis, Tanuja, MD |
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| Dooling, Elizabeth, MD |
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| Gascon, Generoso Gutierrez, MD |
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| Jones, Robin, MD |
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| Krishnamoorthy, Kalpathy, MD |
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| Lai, Florence, MD |
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| Neumeyer, Ann, MD |
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| Plotkin, Scott, MD |
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| Sassower, Kenneth, MD |
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| Sims, Katherine, MD |
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| Staley, Kevin, MD |
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| Thiele, Elizabeth, MD |
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| Ronald L. Thibert, DO, MSPH |
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| Tseng, Brian, MD |
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| Affiliated Neurologists at Mass General Hospital | Clinical Interests |
| Schmahmann, Jeremy, MD |
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| Sharma, Nutan, MD |
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| Affiliated Neurologists at North Shore Children's Hospital | Clinical Interests |
| Capin, Donna, MD | |
| Hart, Edward, MD | |
| Oppenheimer, Edgar, MD |
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The Child Neurology Unit includes a specialization in learning disorders, led by Dr. Florence Lai. Dr. Lai specializes in the needs of children with learning difficulties and differences.
What to Expect:
At the initial appointment, Dr. Lai will perform a neurological examination. Dr. Lai will evaluate and interpret questionnaires and any previous testing that you should bring with you to the appointment. After assessing the results, your child may be referred on for neuropsychological testing to measure cognitive abilities. Based on the exam and the testing, a specific plan will be formulated.
Next steps may include referrals to other disciplines for evaluations from the psychology assessment center, speech and language department, and the reading disability Unit.
Learning & Education Assessment Program (L.E.A.P.)
Dr. Lai works with the Special Education Department of the Massachusetts School system, certain colleges and universities with teacher training programs, and the Massachusetts General Hospital Institute for Health Professions.
Our Doctors
Dr. Florence Lai, Attending Physician
To schedule an appointment at the Learning Disorders Clinic and for all referrals, please call 617-726-2664.
Research
Staff members of the Mass General Hospital Child Neurology Unit who conduct research in their subspecialty areas have ready access to the adult neurology department’s extensive research programs, state-of-the-art testing facilities, core research resources, and clinical trials programs.
Research Laboratories affiliated with Child Neurology include:
- TRANSCEND (Treatment Research and NeuroSCience Evaluation of Neurodevelopmental Disorders)
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Child Neurology
Wang Ambulatory Care CenterPediatric Neurology
15 Parkman Street, 7th Floor, Suite 720
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: 617-724-6400
Public Transportation Access: yes
Disabled Access: yes
Mailing Address
Massachusetts General Hospital
Pediatric Neurology
Mailcode: WACC 7-720
55 Fruit Street
Boston, MA 02114
Clinical Staff ContactsIf you are not sure of what type of services you need or would like general information, please call the pediatric neurology Patient Service Coordinator at 617-724-6400.
Child Neurology Triage Nurse
Catherine Becker 617-643-2219
Child Neurology Practice Manager
Maureen Buckley 617-726-6442
