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Pediatric Neurology & Neurosurgery (Brain & Neurological Care)

Pediatric neurologists and neurosurgeons diagnose and treat children with brain and neurological conditions.

Your Michigan Answer for Pediatric Neurological Care

When your child experiences brain, spine or nervous system issues, you want answers. You want the confidence that you’re making the right choice for your child. Turn to the pediatric neurology and neurosurgery experts of University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, one of the nation’s top programs of its kind.

Our world-class team of pediatric neurologists and neurosurgeons work together to create a custom care plan for each patient, tailored to their individual needs. They’re supported by the latest diagnostic technology, advanced surgical treatments and therapies driven by our on-campus research hub.

From fetal care through adulthood, our seamlessly linked programs provide life-long support. Find the compassionate, expert care you’re looking for, at U-M Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital.

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Supporting Kids Beyond Medicine
We know better than anyone that pediatric patients still want to be kids in spite of a medical diagnosis. That’s why we provide support beyond medicine. Pediatric programs include medical play, music therapy, activity centers, in-hospital schooling, therapy animals and more.

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Michigan’s aging brains need more protection, poll shows

Lifestyle changes can reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia but a poll shows many Michiganders over 50 don’t know about or do them.
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University of Michigan implants first-in-human Paradromics wireless brain-computer interface, designed to restore communication

Neurosurgeons at University of Michigan Health completed the first-in-human implantation of a Paradromics Inc., wireless brain-computer interface, or BCI, as part of a national clinical trial for patients with difficulty speaking.
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Emergency EEG study suggests need for faster seizure diagnosis and care options

Study finds emergency EEG study suggests need for faster seizure diagnosis and care options for patients.
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Helping an employee-turned-patient overcome a brain tumor

A patient with a brain tumor talks about their experience being an employee receiving care at Michigan Medicine.
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Psychoactive substances and adverse side effects for patients with multiple sclerosis

Psychoactive substances can give immediate relief to people living with multiple sclerosis, but some come with adverse side effects. Research led by University of Michigan Health looks at the positive and negative impacts of using psychoactive substances to manage symptoms.