Pediatric Neuropsychology Services

(for Children with Severe Learning Problems)

Goal of Service

The primary goal of this service is to provide state of the art neuropsychological evaluation and diagnosis of disorders of higher cortical functioning involving language, perception, learning, memory, and attention in children six months through 18 years of age. Typically this includes children with neurodevelopmental disorders such as Learning Disabilities and Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity disorder, as well as neurological disorders such as Epilepsy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Brain Tumor, Stroke and other disorders that affect learning and behavior. The results of this evaluation will be used to develop recommendations for intervention. These recommendations can be implemented by special education professionals within the child’s local school system, or by private special education professionals, speech/language therapists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists.

A secondary goal is the development of research programs designed to explore various questions pertaining to disorders of learning and memory in children.

Director

Morris J. Cohen, Ed. D.

Pediatric Neuropsychology Service
Medical College of Georgia
Children's Medical Center, BT-2601
1446 Harper Street
Augusta, Georgia 30912-3255

Office: (706) 721-0267
Fax: (706) 721-5238

Referral Process

Referral will be accepted directly from your child's:

• Physician
• Psychologist
• School System
• Parents

Parents who would like their child evaluated should discuss a referral with one of the above professionals. Upon initiation of a referral, the following will be sent to the parents:

• Parent questionaire
• Release of school records
• Parent and teacher behavior rating scales
• School report form
  

The requested information will be returned to Dr. Cohen, who will review the material and evaluate the appropriateness of the referral. An appointment for evaluation will then be scheduled.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation consists of two parts:

1. A Neuropsychological evaluation to be conducted by Dr. Cohen and a Psychometrist
   
2. Follow-up consultation with parents

A written report, including diagnostic findings and recommendations, will be provided to the parents and any other agencies or professionals so designated (in writing) by the parents or guardians.

Sources of Payment

• Private insurance carriers
• Georgia Medicaid
• Private payment