Children's Hospital of Wisconsin Pediatric Neurology Program
Appointments are available with your physician's referral. Call Central Scheduling, (414) 607-5280 or toll-free (877) 607-5280.
Get the Neurology Program brochure.
The Pediatric Neurology Program provides diagnosis and treatment for children with a wide range of neurological disorders. In addition to the General Neurology Clinic, a number of subspecialty clinics are held regularly to serve children needing more specialized care. Appointments are available with a physician's referral. Clinics include:
Epilepsy Center.
Brachial Plexus Clinic.
Headache Clinic.
Movement Disorders Clinic.
Muscular Dystrophy Clinic.
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin specializes in comprehensive services for the treatment of epilepsy in children including the newest drug therapies, vagal nerve stimulators, ketogenic diet and epilepsy surgery. Children's Hospital is home to the largest and most advanced pediatric epilepsy monitoring unit in Wisconsin.
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Megan began having seizures when she was almost 4 years old. After coming to Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, Megan is now approaching her 5 year anniversary of being seizure free. | Neurology program highlights include:
- Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- Ninety-five percent of epilepsy surgery patients demonstrate significant improvement.
- Patient and family services, such as the Family Accommodations Program, financial assistance, the Daniel M. Soref Family Resource Center and Southeast Regional Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Center, interpreter services and the Kohl's Child Life Program.
- Education and outreach with specific emphasis on medically underserved and minority populations.
Why choose Children's Hospital
Our philosophy is not only to treat the illness or injury, but the whole child. Pediatric neurologists work closely with pediatric neurosurgeons, as well as specialists in child development, neuropsychology, genetics, rehabilitation, speech and audiology, and other areas to address the unique needs of each child.
- Comfort Zone - Many parents worry about their child being in pain when visiting the hospital. Talk to your child's health care team about your fears. The Comfort Zone is our pledge that we will make every effort to keep your child comfortable during his or her visit to Children's Hospital.
- Family-centered care - We know a child's health affects the whole family. We create a partnership with families, talking openly and often about their child's care and their personal beliefs. Our goal is to support families by building on their strengths.
- Specialized care for kids 0-18 - At Children's Hospital, all we do is care for kids. Our staff specializes in caring for children, and many have advanced degrees and special training to do just that. Our doctors are trained and certified in pediatrics and devote their entire practice to treating kids.
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