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Dr. Sherie H. Austin, MD is an internist in Gloucester, VA specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine) and general pediatrics. She graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine. Dr. Sherie H. Austin, MD is affiliated with Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters.
8264 George Washington Memorial Highway Po Box 800
Gloucester, VA 23061
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. Sherie H. Austin, MD graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine. She completed residency at University of Virginia Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and has a state license in Virginia.
Medical School: University of South Alabama College of Medicine
Residency: University of Virginia Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics
Licensed In: Virginia
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sherie H. Austin, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$142
TRUMENBA $88 |
QUILLIVANT XR $43 |
EUCRISA $12 |
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VYVANSE $40 |
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ImmunoCAP $38 |
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VYVANSE $24 |
MYDAYIS $13 |
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MENQUADFI $14 |
SKLICE $11 |
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NEXPLANON $21 |
QELBREE $20 |
SYNAGIS $18 |
Menveo $17 |
DOC BAND $17 |
Other $44 |
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Dr. Sherie Austin practices adolescent medicine and general pediatrics. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Austin include obesity, attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), and preventive care. She is affiliated with Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. After attending the University of South Alabama College of Medicine for medical school, she completed her residency training at a hospital affiliated with the University of Virginia.
