The pediatric neurologist and neurology center care center team provides overall management and health care coordination for the child’s special medical needs.
A neurologist is a physician who specializes in treatment of children who have problems of the nervous system, the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves. The neurologist provides consultation, comprehensive assessment including review of past and current medical history, physical examination, diagnosis and overall case management of a child’s special medical needs.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
The clinical nurse specialist provides communication among the child, family, primary care physician, neurology team and others involved in the care of the child. The nurse also provides any authorizations and medical information to any other care centers that will be caring for the patient. The nurse specialist also will educate all those involved in the child’s care.
Child Life Specialists or Assistants
Child Life Specialists or assistants can help your child better understand his or her condition and treatment while making him or her feel more comfortable during their stay or visit to Miller Children’s.