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Developmental Pediatricians - Apex, NC

We found 3 developmental pediatricians in Apex, NC.

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Dr. Daniel L. Moran, MD

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Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Surgery

1001 W Williams Street, Apex, NC

Dr. Daniel Moran, who practices in Apex, NC, is a medical specialist in surgery and developmental-behavioral pediatrics.

"Before arriving for our appointment with Dr.Moran we were nervous and excited to get clarity on what was going on with our 4 year old. We had been on the waiting list since June of 2022 (we were referred by our primary pediatric doctors office). Upon entering everything was pleasant from the front desk staff, we sat down to complete some paperwork then was called back up about our co-pay. It was a large amount that we were expecting to pay after the appointment was completed and the diagnosis was given but they insisted on us paying it before the appointment. Once we were pulled to the back vitals were done by the nurse in a separate room before she moved us to our actually room where we continued to work on additional chart paperwork before he entered. Dr.Moran briefly entered making kissing/smooching sounds at our son to get his attention which didn't sit well with my husband and I , but we had already paid to receive the diagnosis and services. After the sounds with his lips and mouth he mentioned to us to complete the charts throughly and then left the room so we could continue filling out the charts. A few minutes later he entered for our appointment. Everything was educational information that we were needing except for some unnecessary remarks. He noticed our son's energy level and mentioned to us "Wow!! He has alot of energy, I'm surprised you guys don't drink every night". That comment was unexpected and not nice at all. My frame of mind was we need to get the information we need today to know what is going on with our son. We mentioned that we had heard multiple things that he could have: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Perceptive Disorder, ADHD, etc and wanted to know what it was specifically, but the answer we received was " You guys will need to label him as Autism in order to receive services?". We again were taken back by the answer since he was the Clinical Doctor to diagnose him. Next we moved from that subject and talked on other things about our son and mentioned us having an older child (our daughter). He said to us " If you have another child how did you not see something wrong with him", we answered with every child they develop differently and it takes time. Right after that we got on the subject of genetic testing and how our daughter may carry this gene. He mentioned to us " Do you guys want more kids? I'm sure you don't now, your probably on birth control". Here we go again, another comment that didn't sit well with us. Unfortunately, we left we no answers as to what is going on with our child and a large sum of money thrown out the window. Needless to say, we will not be returning for anymore care and are forced to try to find another doctor who will see him and may be looking at almost a year or longer wait before he is seen, diagnosed, treated and given proper care services. "

March 1, 2023
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Kassondra Amada Shoemaker Brino, RN, CPNP-PC

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Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

307 S Salem Street, Apex, NC

Dr. Kassondra Brino practices developmental-behavioral pediatrics in Apex, NC.
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Sierra Brown

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Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

1701 Center Street, Apex, NC 27502

Dr. Sierra Brown practices developmental-behavioral pediatrics in Apex, NC.

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What is Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics?

Developmental-behavioral pediatricians are pediatricians who have special understanding and training in developmental, behavioral, and learning problems of children from infancy through adolescence. A fairly recent specialty, officially recognized in the early 2000's, developmental-behavioral pediatrics has grown rapidly and seen wide demand along with increased rates of autism spectrum disorders and other developmental and behavioral issues.

While a general pediatrician must concern themselves with all kinds of ailments that might affect children, a developmental-behavioral pediatrician is able to focus strictly on those problems that cause developmental delays or problematic behavior. This is still a very wide variety of disorders, but it may include:

Learning disabilities, such as dyslexia
Attention and behavior disorders, such as ADHD or oppositional-defiant disorder
Habit disorders, such as tics and Tourette syndrome
Regulatory disorders, such as problems with sleeping, eating, or toileting
Developmental disabilities, such as cerebral palsy, autism, or fetal alcohol syndrome
Delayed development, such as delayed speech and delayed motor skills

Regardless of the diagnosis, a developmental-behavioral pediatrician offers most families the same essential service: evaluation, diagnosis, education and information, resources, and treatment. Because there are so many developmental-behavioral disorders, and children may have more than one at a time, each treatment plan is highly individualized for that specific child. It may include behavior modification therapy, access to specialists, medication, occupational therapy, or a variety of other treatments. One of the most important parts of treatment that a developmental-behavioral pediatrician can offer is education. Teaching a child, their parents, their teachers, and others about a child's diagnosis helps everyone manage symptoms better.

Developmental or behavioral disorders can be frustrating or even frightening for children and their families. A developmental-behavioral pediatrician can help families get a handle on these issues, making sure all kids have the opportunity to reach their full potential.