What is Hydrocephalus? Hydrocephalus is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the ventricular system of the brain. This can lead to an increase in intracranial pressure, which can cause a wide range of hydrocephalus symptoms including headache, nausea, vomiting, and changes in vision. In severe cases, it can […]
As a parent, you want your child to be healthy and happy. Unfortunately, sometimes kids get sick or have accidents. If your child needs neurosurgical care, you want to make sure they are in good hands. Here is how to choose the right pediatric neurosurgery in Morristown, NJ. Why Do You Need a Pediatric Neurosurgeon? […]
When I tell people I am a pediatric neurologist, the most common question is whether or not I perform brain surgery. A neurologist and a neurosurgeon are frequently confused, and while we work closely together, our jobs are very different. So, what does a neurologist do? Neurologists specialize in the treatment of disorders of the […]
NJPNI welcomes all students, teachers, and families back to school! Let’s have a safe and healthy 2022-2023 school year! If your child needs an appointment after hours, or on weekends, please ask us about CONCIERGE services available for special situations. We will do our best to accommodate! Please call and ask about after hours appointments […]
Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Tatiana Sikorskyj, APN, RNFA Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Updated On: 20 Nov 2023 Does your newborn have a surprising bump on their head? it might be a hematoma baby head condition called a cephalohematoma, which typically resolves over time. , It's a collection of blood under the scalp that's common during childbirth. […]
Childhood head trauma is one of the most common problems that pediatricians, pediatric neurologists and pediatric neurosurgeons see every year. We see babies that fall off a bed or off a couch. We see toddlers who fall down the stairs. We see kids who fell off their bike or scooter. Please take the extra time […]
From diagnosis to treatment, an expert at the New Jersey Pediatric Neuroscience Institute explains plagiocephaly BY TATIANA SIKORSKYJ, APN, RNFA Published: June 23, 2022 What is plagiocephaly? Plagiocephaly (sometimes called deformational plagiocephaly or positional plagiocephaly) is a common and treatable disorder in infants. Plagiocephaly develops when an infant’s soft skull becomes flattened in one area […]
Why treating the whole child with CP requires understanding the brain BY CATHERINE MAZZOLA, MD Published: May 6, 2022 Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common motor disability in childhood, according to Capute and Accardo’s Neurodevelopmental Disabilities in Infancy and Childhood. Babies born prematurely, or with very low birth weight, are at higher risk of developing […]
SAVE THE DATE!! - 11th Annual Gala 2022 Donating to the event helps in supporting Kid Around the World!! Craniofacial differences can have an impact on the emotional and psychological well-being of children around the world. We strive to provide children and their families the care and support they need to overcome these obstacles Join […]
It’s finally here! SPRNGTIME and good weather, baseball and softball, and more outdoor activities. Please make sure your children are wearing helmets on their bikes, scooters, roller blades, and other rides. If your child has a head injury, remember RICE. Rest, ice the bump or area, compression if there is bleeding, and elevate the head. […]
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