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Concussion Clinic

Children's Hospital offers the only Concussion Clinic in Milwaukee and Wisconsin for young athletes, up to age 22. Our pediatric sports medicine specialists evaluate children's injuries and offer guidance and education to ensure it's safe for them to return to regular activities, such as school, driving, physical activity or sports.

Latest updates

• Expanded service locations: Sports medicine  specialists now see concussion patients at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin New Berlin Clinic and Greenway Clinic, Greenfield. Specialists will soon see patients at a new service site in western Waukesha County.
• Our team has a new player: Shayne Fehr, MD, is a board-certified pediatric sports medicine specialist and sees patients at Children's Hospital's Greenway Clinic.
• Baseline concussion tests: Kids involved in contact sports like hockey, soccer or football have a higher risk of getting a concussion. To help improve concussion care, we offer baseline concussion tests. Learn more.
• Concussion expert: A study, published in Pediatrics, the journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics, highlights guidelines on sports-related concussions. Kevin Walter, MD, is co-author of the report.

Many concussions are mild, but all concussions potentially are serious and may result in complications. These range from prolonged symptoms, difficulty with school, mood swings or even death, if not managed properly. Medical evaluation and treatment of every concussion and its symptoms is very important.  

Learn more about concussion signs, symptoms and treatment.

Baseline concussion testing

Based on American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines, we suggest a baseline concussion test for all young athletes, especially those involved in contact sports. Children's  Hospital uses ImPACT^TM and Axon Sports computerized evaluation tests, which are commonly used in organized high school sports, the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the National Football League.

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• Verbal and visual memory.
• Attention span.
• Brain processing speed.
• Reaction time.

Baseline concussion tests may be given before a concussion happens. After an injury, another test is done. The results then can be compared to measure the athlete's brain function before and after the injury. This helps sports medicine specialists improve concussion care and make return-to-play decisions.

Baseline tests should be repeated every 2 years to account for your child's growth and development. Learn more about baseline concussion testing. 

Concussion evaluation

If a child is injured with a concussion, a pediatric sports medicine specialist will evaluate him or her. This includes a complete review of the child's injuries and symptoms, along with a thorough physical exam.

During each follow-up visit, we will evaluate the treatment plan and offer help with managing symptoms, functioning at school and ability to drive. We also will provide a timeline for returning to regular activities and sports.

Some kids also may need a MRI or to be seen by a pediatric neurologist or neuropsychologist. Our pediatric sports medicine specialists will provide referrals as needed.

Contact us

To make an appointment in the Concussion Clinic, call Central Scheduling at (414) 607-5280 or toll-free (877) 607-5280.

Appointments are available at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin Greenway Clinic in Greenfield and Children's Hospital of Wisconsin New Berlin Clinic.

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