Multidisciplinary Pediatric Headache Clinic

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The multidisciplinary pediatric headache clinic at University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital is the first of its kind in Iowa. We care for pediatric patients whose headaches have not already responded to treatment. 

Children who may benefit from our clinic are those who:

  • Have already seen a pediatric neurologist for frequent, daily, or near-daily, headaches
  • Are frequently missing school or other activities because of headaches
  • Have ongoing concerns about back or neck pain, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or unhealthy weight

Team approach

We bring together a team of pediatric specialists to create one personalized treatment plan for your child. This approach streamlines headache care to one place where your child can be seen by a pediatric neurology medical provider, a dietitian, a pharmacist, a physical therapist, and a psychologist. Rather than communicating with each specialist separately, you communicate with one coordinated team of providers.

New patients

New patients to the clinic come for a four-hour first visit with all members of the team on one day in one location. This allows the team to discuss the best treatment plan for your child’s complex headaches before return visits are scheduled.

Our Care Team

Alexander Bassuk, MD, PhD portrait

Alexander
Bassuk
MD, PhD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
Aaron D. Boes, MD, PhD portrait

Aaron D.
Boes
MD, PhD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.54 out of 5 (43 ratings)
Joseph Glykys, MD, PhD portrait

Joseph
Glykys
MD, PhD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
Katie Lutz, MD portrait

Katie
Lutz
MD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.43 out of 5 (214 ratings)
Katherine Mathews, MD, FAAN portrait

Katherine
Mathews
MD, FAAN

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.83 out of 5 (304 ratings)
Satsuki Matsumoto, MD portrait

Satsuki
Matsumoto
MD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.57 out of 5 (241 ratings)
Megan Rohlf, MD portrait

Megan
Rohlf
MD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.57 out of 5 (39 ratings)
Dimah Saadé, MD portrait

Dimah
Saadé
MD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.75 out of 5 (44 ratings)
Leah Zhorne, MD portrait

Leah
Zhorne
MD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.73 out of 5 (395 ratings)

Michael Ciliberto, MD portrait

Michael
Ciliberto
MD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.83 out of 5 (336 ratings)
Theresa Czech, MD portrait

Theresa
Czech
MD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.88 out of 5 (124 ratings)
Jim Owens, MD, PhD portrait

Jim
Owens
MD, PhD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
Brittany Sprigg, MD portrait

Brittany
Sprigg
MD

  • Neurology
Sreenath Thati Ganganna, MD, MBBS portrait

Sreenath
Thati Ganganna
MD, MBBS

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.81 out of 5 (111 ratings)

Sujana Madathil, MBBS portrait

Sujana
Madathil
MBBS

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.57 out of 5 (32 ratings)

Daniel Crawford, ARNP portrait

Daniel
Crawford
ARNP

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.90 out of 5 (36 ratings)
Shelly Flynn, ARNP portrait

Shelly
Flynn
ARNP

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.84 out of 5 (138 ratings)
Kristin Foster, ARNP portrait

Kristin
Foster
ARNP

  • Cancer and Blood Disease
  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Neurology
4.88 out of 5 (83 ratings)
Millicent V. Oracion, ARNP portrait

Millicent V.
Oracion
ARNP

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
Tiffany Rickertsen, ARNP portrait

Tiffany
Rickertsen
ARNP

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
4.75 out of 5 (206 ratings)

Rachel Kinn, PharmD, BCPPS portrait

Rachel
Kinn
PharmD, BCPPS

Allison Alexander, RDN, LD portrait

Allison
Alexander
RDN, LD

  • Department of Pediatrics
  • Neurology
MH

Molly
Heitman
MS, RD, LD, CDCES

  • Neurology

Kayla Blankenship, MS, LGC portrait

Kayla
Blankenship
MS, LGC

  • Neurology
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Locations and Offices

Level 2: Pediatric Specialty Clinic

2800 John Pappajohn Pavilion (JPP)
Pediatric Public Elevators, Level 2
1-319-356-2229
Clinic
Pediatric Specialty Clinic Main Entrance
In University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, IA 52242

Iowa River Landing East Clinic

Level 2
1-319-467-2000
Clinic
Iowa River Landing East exterior location photo
In Iowa River Landing East
920 East 2nd Avenue, Coralville, IA 52241

Johnston–Chambery Boulevard Clinic

1-515-457-2960
Clinic
Exterior photo of the UI Health Care clinic location in Johnston Iowa
In Johnston - Chambery Boulevard
8605 Chambery Boulevard, Johnston, IA 50131

Dubuque–Mazzuchelli Street

1-563-239-2860
Clinic
Dubuque Mazzuchelli exterior image
In Dubuque – Mazzuchelli Street
777 Mazzuchelli Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
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Educational Resources

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Support Groups

Huntington's Disease Support Group

Our Huntington’s disease social worker hosts a monthly support group for anyone impacted by Huntington’s. This includes: 

  • People who are at risk for (have a family history of) the disease 
  • People who have Huntington’s disease 
  • People who take care of a loved one with Huntington’s 

Through this group, we aim to create an environment that encourages sharing, learning, and bonding with your peers. 

We sometimes bring in speakers who present on topics related to Huntington’s disease, such as:  

  • Financial planning 
  • Long-term care planning 
  • Nutrition therapy 
  • Physical therapy 

Meetings take place from 1 to 3 p.m. on the fourth Sunday of each month, at the North Liberty Public Library. The library is located at 520 W. Cherry St. in North Liberty, Iowa.

Email [email protected] or call 1-319-356-2572 to learn more.

Awards and Recognition

U.S. News & World Report - Pediatric Neurology & Neurosurgery
In 2023-24 our Pediatric Neurology & Neurosurgery program was ranked 47th in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
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