Dr. Florence Lai, MD is a pediatric neurologist in Belmont, MA specializing in pediatric neurology and general pediatrics. She graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Dr. Florence Lai, MD is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL PHYSICIANS ORGANIZATION INC.
115 Mill Street
Belmont, MA 02478
55 Fruit Street Suite 6b
Boston, MA 02114
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.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Florence Lai, MD treated were dementia, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.
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Dr. Florence Lai, MD graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She is certified by the Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has a state license in Massachusetts.
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Board Certification: Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Licensed In: Massachusetts
Dr. Florence Lai, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Florence Lai, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, Tufts Health Plan, Aetna, TRICARE, Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, Railroad Medicare, Coventry, Cigna, Blue California, Beech Street, WellPoint, Medicare ACO, WellSense, Senior Whole Health, Fallon Health, Commonwealth Care Alliance, Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare, Maine Community Health Options, Mass General Brigham Health Plan, MassHealth and WellSense NH.
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Dr. Florence Lai's specialties are pediatric neurology and general pediatrics. She is especially interested in attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), neurological disorders, and dyslexia. She is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Lai seems to honor Blue California, Coventry, Viant, and more. Dr. Lai graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She speaks Cantonese.
