Developmental-Behavioral and Pediatric Neurology

Atrium Health's Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship in Pediatric Neurosciences is a 12-month program designed to prepare nurse practitioners and physician assistants for a successful career caring for children with neurological and developmental conditions. Through clinical experiences in developmental pediatrics and pediatric neurology, mentorship, and specialized didactic education, fellows develop the knowledge, clinical judgment, and confidence needed to excel in pediatric neurosciences.

Clinical Areas of Exposure

• Autism spectrum disorder
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Behavioral and learning disorders
• Developmental delay and intellectual disability
• Epilepsy and seizure disorders
• Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders
• Headache disorders
• Movement disorders
• Neurogenetic conditions
• Neuromuscular disorders

Fellowship Experience

With instruction from dedicated physician and APP faculty, fellows will:

• Develop expertise in the evaluation and management of pediatric neurological and developmental conditions.
• Participate in specialty-specific didactics, case conferences, and multidisciplinary educational experiences.
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, psychologists, therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide family-centered care.
• Engage in scholarly and quality improvement initiatives that advance patient care and clinical practice.

Curriculum

Core Rotations

• Ambulatory Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
• Ambulatory Pediatric Neurology
• General Pediatrics (Ambulatory or Inpatient pending training background)

Elective Experiences

• Inpatient Pediatric Neurology
• Neonatal High-Risk Follow-Up Clinic
• Neuroradiology
• Pediatric Palliative Care
• Pediatric Therapies
• Psychological Testing and Diagnostic Assessment Services

Upon completion of the fellowship, graduates will be prepared to provide evidence-based care for children with neurological and developmental conditions and serve as integral members of multidisciplinary pediatric neurodevelopmental teams.

Faculty

	Specialty Director Crystal Walker, CPNP-PC Developmental, Behavioral & Pediatric Neurology		Co-Medical Director Daniel Bonthius, MD, PhD Developmental, Behavioral & Pediatric Neurology
	Co-Medical Director Yasmin Senturias, MD Developmental, Behavioral & Pediatric Neurology