Pediatric neurology or child neurology deals with the diagnosis and management of neurological conditions in newborns, infants, children, and adolescents. It also addresses the diseases and disorders of the spinal cord, brain, peripheral nervous system, and autonomic nervous system. At KidsHeart Medical Center, you can find the specialized Pediatric Neurologists in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and also Pediatric neurologists in Al Ain Branch (THMC – Al Ain).

Pediatric Neurological Disorders Treated at KidsHeart

Our experienced specialist take care of the following neurological disorders in children:

Childhood epilepsy and mimics of epilepsy
Febrile seizures
Cerebral palsy (spastic, athetotic)
Muscle disease like muscular dystrophy
Learning difficulties, speech delay
Autism
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD
Headaches and migraine
Hydrocephalus (excess fluid build-up in the brain)
Neuromuscular disorders
Sleep disorders
Genetic diseases of the nervous system
Congenital metabolic abnormalities that affect the nervous system
“Spina bifida,” myelomeningocele, tethered cord
Motor tics

Our Specialty Neurology Services

The pediatric neurology clinic at Kids heart Medical Center has the specialized equipment, trained medical professionals, and experienced staff to assess, diagnose and test the neurological problems through multiple methodological procedures. It includes:

Video-electro-encephalogram (V-EEG)
Nerve conduction studies (NCS)
Auditory Brain stem Evoked Response (ABR)
Visual Evoked Response [Potentials] (VEP)
Test of Variables of Attention (TOVA)

These procedures are further supplemented by a detailed history of the child, the family, genetics, collateral information, and observations, all of which contribute to an accurate diagnosis and pave the way for an effective treatment.

If you’re seeking expert care for your child from experienced pediatric neurologists, to reach out today and schedule an appointment with one of our consultants at the Neuro and Mental Health Institute in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, or Al Ain.