Developmental Paediatrics
Founded in 1987, the Developmental Paediatrics Section is a network of professionals interested in the care of children with behavioral or developmental disorders. Members include specialists in developmental paediatrics and neurodevelopmental disabilities, general paediatricians, paediatric residents, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals. Our shared goal is to increase awareness and knowledge of the needs children with developmental disorders in the contexts of family and community.
Developmental paediatricians provide specialized care for children and youth with a wide range of developmental disorders. These disorders may include cognitive or learning disabilities, global developmental delays, autism, motor disabilities such as cerebral palsy, genetic disorders, language disorders, hearing or visual impairments, and behavioral disorders. Developmental paediatricians provide consultation and work closely with others in a child’s or youth’s “circle of care,” integrating information from other specialists and allied health team members. They advocate for optimizing child and youth abilities within the family, their school or daycare, culture and community.
Section fee: $33
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Developmental paediatrics programming at the CPS Annual Conference
Along with great general programming, the CPS Annual Conference has specialized programming for learners interested in developmental paediatrics.
Tuesday, June 18
0800-1700 Pre-conference program: The future is now: Using current and emerging concepts to support activity and participation for children with special needs
- hosted by the Developmental Paediatrics Section
1715-1830 Developmental Paediatrics Section Business Meeting
Wednesday, June 19
1345-1515 Paediatric office management of children with autism
- hosted by the Developmental Paediatrics Section
Thursday, June 20
1545-1645 The emotional well-being of infants: Can they really have mental health issues?
For more details, see the conference program.
Last updated:
Apr 10 2013
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