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Dr. Blair Seidler Hammond, MD is a pediatrician in New York, NY specializing in general pediatrics. She graduated from Dartmouth Medical School. Dr. Blair Seidler Hammond, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System and Mount Sinai Queens The Mount Sinai Hospital.
1 Gustave L Levy Place Box 1512
New York, NY 10029
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5 East 98th Street 10th Floor
New York, NY 10029
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.
Dr. Blair Seidler Hammond, MD graduated from Dartmouth Medical School. She completed residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: Dartmouth Medical School
Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Blair Seidler Hammond, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Blair Seidler Hammond, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, MagnaCare, EmblemHealth, Oscar, Healthfirst Medicaid, United Healthcare, Aetna, Medicaid, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, Cigna, 1199SEIU, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Group Health Incorporated (GHI), Centivo, Medicare - NY, Oxford - Freedom and Liberty, Medicare - NJ and Hotel Trades.
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Dr. Blair Seidler Hammond, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 170 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Blair Seidler Hammond, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in New York, NY.
Dr. Blair Hammond works as a general pediatrics. Patient reviews placed her at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). She is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System.
