Pediatrics

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

About Us

Our team of experts specializes in understanding and addressing the unique developmental and behavioral needs of children from infancy through adolescence. We take a family-centered approach to care, working closely with parents and caregivers to create individualized plans that meet the specific needs of each child.  

Conditions We Treat 

We provide individualized care plans for children from birth through age 16 who have developmental disabilities or delays, including:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders and related comorbidities
  • Learning and Academic Concerns
  • Developmental Concerns: Speech and language delays, Motor delays, Global Developmental Delay, Intellectual Disability
  • Behavioral Concerns: ADHD, Sleep problems, Challenging Behaviors, Anxiety, Feeding difficulties
  • Complex Needs/Comorbidities
  • Genetics Disorders- management of developmental and behavioral concerns
  • Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder medical assessment and follow-up care.

Our Services  

We offer a wide range of services, including

  • Developmental assessments and screenings 
  • Behavioral evaluations and interventions  
  • Medication management 
  • Support for children with developmental disabilities and their families 
  • Collaboration with schools and community organizations to ensure holistic care 

Contact Us

We provide comprehensive care that supports the physical, emotional, and social development of every child. We believe that early identification and intervention are key to helping children reach their full potential.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us at (813) 821-8032.  

How to prepare for your first appointment

Please bring the following:

  • Prior to your appointment please download the Patient Intake Form 
    Please bring the Patient Intake Form with you to your appointment or email it to Claudia Macias at cmacias@usftgp.org
  • Previous assessments and evaluations
  • IEPs and school reports
  • Developmental therapy reports
  • Relevant medical records

Locations

Chalsty Pediatric Clinic at John S. Curran, MD, Children's Health Center

  • 13101 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
    Tampa, FL 33612
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Tampa General Hospital Specialty Center at HealthPark

Pediatric Center at TGH Healthpark

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