PEDIATRIC MS CENTER
About The Center
National Pediatric MS Center
Department of Neurology
Stony Brook University Medical Center
HSC T-12, Room 020
Stony Brook, NY 11794
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(631) 444-7802 |
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(631) 444-6438 |
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We are committed to improving the lives of children with multiple sclerosis and advancing research that will benefit all individuals with MS.
The National Pediatric MS Center at Stony Brook was founded in 2002 to advance recognition, evaluation and treatment of multiple sclerosis in children. Our Center was the first in the nation to address pediatric MS by assembling a multi-disciplinary team of experts. We have brought together specialists in the disease itself, as well as pediatric neurology, neuropsychology, neuro-ophthalmology, pediatric nursing, child psychiatry and neuroradiology. It is a designated "Center of Excellence" by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
The team's goal is to help children with MS by identifying the biological changes in children facing MS, advancing research that could make a dramatic difference in the lives and ultimately, to find a cure for all persons with MS. We are today also recognized as the founder of an international pediatric MS research program and have evaluated more than 400 children at our center.
Physicians & Staff
Lauren Krupp, MD (Founder, Director)
Anita Belman, MD (Co-Director)
Maria Milazzo, RN, PNP-C
Services & Procedures
Young patients who come to our Center receive a comprehensive multi-disciplinary evaluation, conducted over one to two days. This includes:
- Extensive neurological assessment
- Neuropsychological and psychological evaluation
- Ophthalmologic assessment
- Radiologic review
- Nursing and Social Work case management
- Transition into the adult MS practice for continuity of care
Often children with MS and their families feel isolated, never having the opportunity to form relationships and share experiences with others affected by the disease. Our Center combats this sense of isolation by providing a support network extending well beyond medical care including a unique program, Teen Adventure Camp, a week long summer program for teens with MS. For information see our website www.pediatricmscenter.org or call 631-444-7802.
Patient Education
- About Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis
- What is Multiple Sclerosis?
- What is the difference between Clinically Isolated Syndrome and Multiple Sclerosis?
- Are there different types of MS?
- What causes MS?
- Is MS inherited?
- Are there treatments for MS?
- Are all the treatments given by injection?
- What is a relapse?
- How do I know if I am having a relapse?
- What is a pseudo-relapse?
- What can I do to prevent a relapse?
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