Pediatric Neurology — ProfessMed Gdańsk
Neurological diagnostics for children and adolescents. Epilepsy, developmental delays, headaches.
Diagnosis and treatment of nervous system disorders in children, infants, and adolescents.
A pediatric neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of nervous system disorders in children. These include conditions affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems, as well as neurological disorders involving the brain, spinal cord, and nerves in children, infants, and adolescents.
A pediatric neurologist evaluates not only the development of a child’s brain, but also various neuromuscular disorders, such as muscular dystrophy or injuries sustained during childbirth.
Conditions treated by a pediatric neurologist
- Cerebral palsy
- Spina bifida
- Behavioral and developmental disorders
- Brain injuries, sciatica, epilepsy, speech disorders
- ADHD, autism, and genetic disorders
When should you see a pediatric neurologist?
- In newborns in cases of high-risk or multiple pregnancy
- When the delivery was by cesarean section or involved complications
- In premature infants and children with low birth weight
- Body asymmetry in infants or abnormalities in muscle tone
- Abnormal arching of the body backward, clenching of the fists
- Lack of interest in the surrounding environment
- Seizures, anxiety, developmental regression, memory disorders, fainting
Frequently asked questions
- When is it worth scheduling an appointment with a pediatric neurologist for your child?
- A visit to a pediatric neurologist is recommended in cases of seizures, developmental delays, body asymmetry in infants, abnormal muscle tone, speech disorders, memory problems, fainting, unusual body stiffening, or a lack of interest in the surrounding environment. It is also recommended for premature babies and children with low birth weight.
- What does a visit to a pediatric neurologist look like?
- The appointment includes a detailed interview with the parent or guardian regarding the course of the pregnancy, delivery, and the child’s development, followed by a neurological examination tailored to the child’s age—assessing reflexes, muscle tone, coordination, and psychomotor development.
- What documentation should I bring to the appointment?
- It is worth bringing your child’s health record book, the results of any previous tests (EEG, MRI, laboratory tests), documentation from consultations with other specialists, and information about the course of the pregnancy and delivery.
- Do I need a referral to see a pediatric neurologist at ProfessMed?
- No. ProfessMed is a private clinic and does not require a referral for a pediatric neurology consultation. Appointments can be scheduled via ZnanyLekarz or by phone: +48 58 380 24 25.
Specialists
- dr n. med. Lemska Anna — Pediatric Neurologist