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A Clinical Overview on Down Syndrome (Fresno, CA)

Friday, May 15, 2009 from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (PT)

Fresno, CA

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Event Details

 

Outstanding multi-disciplinary panelists offer a deeper understanding and knowledge about caring for children with Down Syndrome.

Learn about health needs, speech/language and oral motor/feeding skills, behavior issues, medications used, and transitioning through adolescence and into adulthood. By attending this presentation on Down Syndrome, participants will be part of an interactive setting that will offer in-depth discussions regarding: 

*Recommendation on anticipatory guidance of special health care needs of children with Down Syndrome 

*Aspects of enhancing speech development 

*Behavioral needs and behavioral modification of unwanted behaviors 

*Medication supports for people with Down Syndrome 

*Transitional needs over the life span of care. 

Panelists: Terry Wardinsky, M.D., Developmental Pediatrician; Debra Harms, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist; Laura Gardella, B.A., Behavior Intervention Specialist; Leonard Magnani, M.D., Ph.D., Medical Director; Jyree Ost, Pharm. D., Pharmaceutical Consultant, all with Alta California Regional Center.

 

When & Where



Central Valley Regional Center
4615 N Marty Ave
Fresno, CA 93722

Friday, May 15, 2009 from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (PT)


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Hosted By

Infant Development Association of California



The Infant Development Association of California is a multidisciplinary organization of parents and professionals committed to optimal developmental, social and emotional outcomes for infants, birth to three, with a broad range of special needs, and their families. IDA advocates for improved, effective prevention and early intervention services, and provides information, education, and training to parents, professionals, decision-makers and others.

phone: (916)453-8801
email: mail@idaofcal.com