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The Columbia Developmental Neuropsychiatry Program at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital provides evaluation and treatment services for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders that affect socialization and communication, including, but not limited to, autism and related autistic spectrum disorders. The program is multidisciplinary, including experts from Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Pediatric Neurology, and Developmental Pediatrics.
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Evaluation Services
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A developmental neuropsychiatric evaluation that documents strengths and weaknesses in communication, socialization, and behavioral and emotional regulation to serve as a baseline against which progress can be measured;
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A thorough medical evaluation to identify any underlying genetic, metabolic, and functional or structural brain abnormalities;
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A detailed written report that is discussed with parents, with time spent to answer questions;
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Consultation with parents about different educational and treatment options as well as linkage to services of their choice in their local community;
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Follow-up contact with referring professionals and educational/vocational settings as designated by the parents;
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Periodic reevaluation to monitor progress
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Treatment Services for Preschool Children
Services for preschool children include:
For School-Age Children and Adolescents
Services for school-age children and adolescents include:
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Consulting with parents and teachers to provide positive behavioral interventions for problem behaviors; and
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Medication treatment as appropriate. |
For Adults
Services for adults include:
Staff
Agnes Whitaker, MD, Director
Reet Sidhu, MD, Assistant Director
Maureen McSwiggan-Hardin, DNP, Deputy Director
Molly Algermissen, PhD
Marion Blank, PhD
Andrew Gerber, MD
Erica Kovacs, PhD
Johanna Lantz, PhD
Kathryn Smerling, PhD, LCSW
Rica Vizarra-Villongco, MD
Additional Information
You can find out more about our developmental neuropsychiatry services by visiting our website.
Financial Information
Payment is made directly by the family at the time of service. Major credit cards are accepted. Fees for evaluation depend upon the extent of services and specialists involved. Fees for subsequent ongoing treatment are based on hourly rates.
Contact
To schedule an appointment, make a referral or obtain further information, please call 212-342-1600 Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
Location
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/
Columbia University Medical Center
635 West 165th Street
Eye Institute Building, 6th Floor, Room 635
New York, NY 10032
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