Dr. Richard K. Ohnmacht, MD is a pediatrician in Cranston, RI specializing in general pediatrics. Dr. Richard K. Ohnmacht, MD is affiliated with Brown University Health.
Brown University Health
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.
He completed residency at Rhode Island Hospital. He has a state license in Rhode Island.
Residency: Rhode Island Hospital
Licensed In: Rhode Island
Dr. Richard K. Ohnmacht, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Richard K. Ohnmacht, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Richard K. Ohnmacht, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Cranston, RI.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Richard K. Ohnmacht, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
| Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation |
$3,339
GARDASIL $3,223 |
GARDASIL9 $88 |
VAXELIS $16 |
NON-PRODUCT $12 |
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| Shire North American Group Inc |
$1,954
VYVANSE $297 |
MYDAYIS $28 |
$1,629 |
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| SANOFI PASTEUR INC. |
$1,432
FLUZONE QUADRIVALENT $1,201 |
FLUZONE HIGH-DOSE $71 |
FLUZONE $68 |
BEYFORTUS $39 |
MENQUADFI $38 |
Other $15 |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. |
$1,390
BEXSERO $140 |
FLOVENT $49 |
PEDIARIX $46 |
FLULAVAL $30 |
FLUARIX $22 |
Other $1,104 |
| Novartis Vaccines and Diagnostics Inc |
$1,145
Flucelvax $650 |
Fluvirin $495 |
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| Other |
$3,616
Dyanavel XR $716 |
Jornay PM 20mg capsules (Bottle of 100) $488 |
QVAR $354 |
SYMBICORT $242 |
SYNAGIS $218 |
Other $1,598 |
| Food and Beverage | $6,023 |
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| Travel and Lodging | $3,692 |
| Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program | $3,000 |
| Education | $110 |
| Gift | $50 |
Dr. Richard K. Ohnmacht, MD has received 438 research payments totaling $7,343,964.
Dr. Richard Ohnmacht is a specialist in general pediatrics in Cranston, RI. His training includes a residency program at Rhode Island Hospital. Dr. Ohnmacht has indicated that his clinical interests include attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD). His average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). He is professionally affiliated with Brown University Health.