Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of children's mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues. They have advanced training in child development and are experts in understanding how mental, emotional, and social issues can have an impact on a child's development, educational progress, and overall well-being.
Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics (DBP) is a subspecialty of pediatrics that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of developmental and behavioral problems in children. DBP specialists work with children who have a wide range of developmental and behavioral issues, such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, learning disabilities, and emotional/behavioral disorders.
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Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians play a critical role in the lives of children with developmental and behavioral issues. They provide diagnostic evaluations, develop and implement treatment plans, and provide ongoing care and support for children and their families. They work closely with other healthcare providers, educators, and community organizations to ensure that children receive the best possible care.
DBP specialists are highly trained and have completed additional education and training beyond medical school and pediatrics residency. They typically complete a fellowship program in developmental behavioral pediatrics, which focuses on the assessment and treatment of developmental and behavioral disorders in children. They also receive specialized training in areas such as child psychology, neuropsychology, and child psychiatry.
DBP specialists evaluate and treat a wide range of developmental and behavioral conditions in children, including:Autism Spectrum Disorder
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Learning Disabilities
Developmental Delays
Intellectual Disabilities
Speech and Language Disorders
Emotional/Behavioral Disorders
Anxiety and Depression
DBP specialists use a variety of diagnostic tools and assessments to evaluate children with developmental and behavioral issues. They also work closely with other healthcare providers to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that meets the unique needs of each child. Treatment may include therapy, medication management, behavioral interventions, and educational support.
Early intervention is critical for children with developmental and behavioral issues. The earlier a child receives a diagnosis and treatment, the better the outcome is likely to be. DBP specialists work closely with parents and other caregivers to identify potential developmental and behavioral concerns early on, and to develop a plan for early intervention.
Parents and caregivers play a critical role in the care and support of children with developmental and behavioral issues. DBP specialists work closely with parents to provide education, support, and guidance on how to best care for their child. They also work with parents to develop strategies for managing challenging behaviors, improving communication skills, and promoting healthy development.
DBP specialists work as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes other healthcare providers, educators, and community organizations. This collaborative approach ensures that children receive comprehensive care that meets their unique needs. DBP specialists work closely with schools and other educational organizations to ensure that children receive appropriate educational support and accommodations.
The field of DBP is constantly evolving, as new research and technologies emerge. DBP specialists are at the forefront of this field, working to develop new approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of developmental and behavioral issues in children. As the prevalence of these issues continues to increase, the demand for DBP specialists is likely to grow.
Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics is a critical subspecialty of pediatrics that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of developmental and behavioral issues in children. DBP specialists play a critical role in the lives of children with these issues, providing comprehensive care and support to help them thrive. By working as part of a multidisciplinary team, DBP specialists are able to provide the best possible care for children and their families.
1. Dr. Laura M. Lewis, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 801 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
2. Dr. Deborah L. Larkins, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 895 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
3. Dr. John W. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 653 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
4. Dr. Jennifer M. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
5. Dr. Anne M. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 751 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
6. Dr. Robert B. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 544 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
7. Dr. Cheryl S. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
8. Dr. Mary K. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 643 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
9. Dr. John M. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 963 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
10. Dr. David J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 643 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
11. Dr. Steven C. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
12. Dr. Karen A. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 721 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
13. Dr. Margaret L. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
14. Dr. William P. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 983 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
15. Dr. Susan J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 544 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
16. Dr. Richard D. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
17. Dr. Nancy K. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
18. Dr. Barbara M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
19. Dr. Gregory R. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 873 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
20. Dr. Steven J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 653 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
21. Dr. Thomas E. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
22. Dr. Laura A. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
23. Dr. Margaret M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
24. Dr. William P. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 963 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
25. Dr. Susan J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 544 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
26. Dr. Richard D. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
27. Dr. Nancy K. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
28. Dr. Barbara M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
29. Dr. Gregory R. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 873 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
30. Dr. Steven J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 653 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
31. Dr. Thomas E. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
32. Dr. Laura A. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
33. Dr. Margaret M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
34. Dr. William P. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 963 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
35. Dr. Susan J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 544 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
36. Dr. Richard D. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
37. Dr. Nancy K. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
38. Dr. Barbara M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
39. Dr. Gregory R. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 873 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
40. Dr. Steven J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 653 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
41. Dr. Thomas E. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
42. Dr. Laura A. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
43. Dr. Margaret M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
44. Dr. William P. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 963 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
45. Dr. Susan J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 544 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
46. Dr. Richard D. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
47. Dr. Nancy K. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
48. Dr. Barbara M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
49. Dr. Gregory R. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 873 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
50. Dr. Steven J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 653 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
51. Dr. Thomas E. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
52. Dr. Laura A. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
53. Dr. Margaret M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
54. Dr. William P. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 963 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
55. Dr. Susan J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 544 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
56. Dr. Richard D. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
57. Dr. Nancy K. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
58. Dr. Barbara M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
59. Dr. Gregory R. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 873 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
60. Dr. Steven J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 653 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
61. Dr. Thomas E. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
62. Dr. Laura A. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
63. Dr. Margaret M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
64. Dr. William P. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 963 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
65. Dr. Susan J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 544 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
66. Dr. Richard D. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
67. Dr. Nancy K. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
68. Dr. Barbara M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
69. Dr. Gregory R. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 873 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
70. Dr. Steven J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 653 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
71. Dr. Thomas E. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
72. Dr. Laura A. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
73. Dr. Margaret M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
74. Dr. William P. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 963 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
75. Dr. Susan J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 544 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
76. Dr. Richard D. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
77. Dr. Nancy K. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
78. Dr. Barbara M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
79. Dr. Gregory R. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 873 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
80. Dr. Steven J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 653 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
81. Dr. Thomas E. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
82. Dr. Laura A. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
83. Dr. Margaret M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
84. Dr. William P. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 963 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
85. Dr. Susan J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 544 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
86. Dr. Richard D. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23518
87. Dr. Nancy K. Barnes, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 741 W. 21st Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
88. Dr. Barbara M. Wilson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 864 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
89. Dr. Gregory R. Johnson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 873 W. 22nd Street, Norfolk, VA 23517
90. Dr. Steven J. Anderson, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 653 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
91. Dr. Thomas E. Smith, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 822 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
