Neurology

A child who has seizures, delayed development (such as sitting, speaking, walking), weakness, unusual headaches or abnormal movements should see a doctor who specializes in the care of children’s brain or nervous system disorders.

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A pediatric neurologist has been specially trained to understand a child’s developing nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord, muscles, and nerves, and to treat diseases that affect the nervous system.

Clinical advances and new research have brought pediatric neurology into a new era. At University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital we work with patients and their families to educate them about their disorder and provide them with ongoing care and support.

Our related clinical services

Our services include evaluation and treatment of a range of disorders.

Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) care

Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a genetic disease that can cause noncancerous tumors to grow in many different parts of the body, such as the skin, brain, kidneys, or other organs.

Pediatric Epilepsy

University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital treats all types of epilepsy in children of all ages. We use the newest imaging techniques, anti-epileptic medications, and surgical and dietary treatments to diagnose and control seizures and reduce those risks so that your child can live a safer, healthier life.

Neuromuscular Multispecialty Clinic

The UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital multidisciplinary neuromuscular clinic serves neuromuscular patients from childhood to adulthood.

Multidisciplinary Pediatric Headache Clinic

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 psychosocially complex pediatric patients whose headaches have not already responded to treatment.

Pediatric Neurology Genetic Counseling

If your child has a genetic diagnosis or is being evaluated for a genetic diagnosis, you can request a referral to a genetic counselor.

Our providers offer evaluation and treatment of a range of disorders, including:

Epilepsy
Seizures
Headaches
Developmental delays
Sleep disorders
Muscle and nerve diseases leading to weakness
Genetic disorders of the brain and nervous system

Iowa Comprehensive Epilepsy Program (ICEP) offers specialized care for infants and children who have epilepsy, and related conditions. The Pediatric Outpatient Clinic focuses on the comprehensive diagnosis, education, and management of seizures, spells, and epilepsy.

In February 2015, UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital was named a Certified Duchenne Care Center by Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy (PPMD), a nonprofit organization leading the fight to end Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne) and demanding optimal care for all people with Duchenne. UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital is the seventh center to be certified by PPMD, recognizing the Hospital’s dedication to improving care for people living with Duchenne.

Pediatric neuromuscular services are also available in several communities throughout Iowa.

Neurologist