Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
The intersection between a child’s development, behavior, and emotional and physical health is the province of developmental and behavioral pediatrics.
- Is a baby extraordinarily fussy and difficult to comfort?
- Is a preschooler having “accidents” long past potty training?
- Does a grade schooler have difficulty focusing and paying attention in class?
- Is an infant or toddler late in reaching major developmental milestones?
Any of these issues are a valid reason for consulting with your child’s pediatrician. If concerns persist, or the pediatrician advises it, a consultation by a developmental and behavioral specialist may be in order.
Services
At Stony Brook Children’s Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, we assist families and primary care physicians in the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of a broad range of developmental, behavioral, learning and genetic disorders.
In addition to providing clinical care and consultation, our team is actively involved in research and education, contributing significantly to local, regional, national and international conversations addressing children’s medical status, emotional health, development and behavior.
We provide comprehensive care for:
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- ADHD and Medication Management
- Learning/Academic Problems
- Social-Emotional Problems
Our Team
Our Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics team consists of two board-certified developmental behavioral pediatricians and one developmental pediatric nurse practitioner. All three professionals collaborate with other specialists and subspecialists within our academic medical center to seek the best possible outcomes for each child. In addition, we work with the child's family, school and other agencies to obtain the input necessary to address each patient’s unique needs and problems.
Locations
East Setauket Advanced Pediatric Care
181 N Belle Mead Road, Suite 3East Setauket, NY 11733
Phone: (631) 444-4673 / (631) 444-4794
Patient Resources
Within the developmental and behavioral pediatrics division, we assess each child's needs and challenges and work with the family to develop a care plan leading to developmental, behavioral and learning success. In addition to evaluation and clinical care consultations, we also can recommend therapies (physical, occupational and speech), tutoring and family support services.
Research and Education
Each member of the developmental and behavioral pediatrics team serves as an educator as well as a clinician, and research is an important component of our work. The Division teaches medical students and residents enrolled in the Stony Brook University School of Medicine.
Advances and Recognition
The behavioral and developmental division provides input and steering on wide-ranging issues affecting children's health, education and welfare nationally.
Dr. Novoa is a core faculty member of the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) Program at Stony Brook University and a core faculty member of the Autism Initiative at Stony Brook University.
