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Dr. Jean Petershack, MD is a neonatologist in San Antonio, TX specializing in neonatology. She graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine. Dr. Jean Petershack, MD is affiliated with University Health and UT Health San Antonio.
4502 Medical Drive
San Antonio, TX 78229
7703 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, TX 78229
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. Jean Petershack, MD graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine. She completed residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics/Neonatal-Perinatal American Board of Pediatrics and has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics/Neonatal-Perinatal American Board of Pediatrics
Licensed In: Texas
Dr. Jean Petershack, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Jean Petershack, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Superior Health Plan, BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, Humana PPO, Coventry HMO, WellCare Medicare Advantage, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Prime Health, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, MultiPlan, Magellan Health Services, Three Rivers Provider Network PPO, United Healthcare PPO, Coventry PPO, Coventry Workers' Compensation, Humana HMO, Aetna, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Community Care Network (CCN), Molina Healthcare, TRICARE, HealthSmart, Aetna EPO, First Health, Aetna PPO, WellPoint, Aetna HMO, Oscar - Commercial Exchange, Interlink - Transplant, Point Comfort Underwriters (PCU) - Refugee Medical Assistance, Provider Network of America (PNOA) - Commercial, Insurance Accepted, OptumHealth - Transplant ONLY, Scott & White Health Plan - HMO, Gonzaba Medical Group - Transplant ONLY, Universal Benefits Consortium - Brokerage Firm (School Districts), University of Incarnate Word (Gilsbar) - Direct Employer, Scott & White Health Plan - PPO, Tokio Marine - Transplant, 90 Degree Benefits - Commercial, 6 Degrees - Transplant, LifeTrac - Transplant, Point Comfort Underwriters (PCU) - Unaccompanied Children, Ancira Enterprises - Direct Employer, Velocity National Provider Network - Wrap Network, Independent Medical Systems (IMS) - PPO, Entrust - TPA, EBSO - TPA and Velocity National Provider Network - Commercial PPO.
According to our sources, Dr. Jean Petershack, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
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Dr. Jean Petershack's area of specialization is neonatology. Dr. Petershack is conversant in Spanish. Her clinical interests include sinusitis (sinus inflammation), gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy), and premature babies. Her professional affiliations include the University Health and UT Health San Antonio. She attended the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine and subsequently trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio for residency. Dr. Petershack usually honors Aetna EPO, Blue California, and HealthSmart, in addition to other insurance carriers. She welcomes new patients at her office inSan Antonio, TX as reported by UT Health San Antonio.
