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Dr. Irene Koolwijk, MD, MPH is a developmental pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA specializing in developmental-behavioral pediatrics, neurodevelopmental disabilities and general pediatrics. Dr. Irene Koolwijk, MD, MPH is affiliated with UCLA Health, UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center.
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
She completed residency at Cleveland Clinic. She is certified by the Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics and has a state license in California.
Residency: Cleveland Clinic (2009)
Board Certification: Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics (2009)
Licensed In: California
Dr. Irene Koolwijk, MD, MPH is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Irene Koolwijk, MD, MPH appears to accept the following insurance providers: Cigna, TRICARE, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Aetna, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare Advantage, Prime Health, First Health, HealthSmart, Health Net of California, Centivo and UFCM Health System.
According to our sources, Dr. Irene Koolwijk, MD, MPH accepts the following insurance providers:
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Dr. Irene Koolwijk's areas of specialization are neurodevelopmental disabilities, developmental-behavioral pediatrics, and general pediatrics. Her areas of expertise include primary care, learning disabilities, and attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD). Dr. Koolwijk usually honors Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers. For her residency, Dr. Koolwijk trained at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Koolwijk has received the distinction of Top Doctors, Los Angeles Magazine. In addition to English, she speaks Dutch. She is affiliated with UCLA Health. UCLA Health reports that Dr. Koolwijk is accepting new patients at her office in Los Angeles, CA.
