Dyslexia
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Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty that affects reading and, frequently, writing, with no relation to a person's intelligence. It is usually identified during the school years.
How it shows up: You may notice slow or error-prone reading, difficulty recognizing words, letter confusion, or trouble linking sounds to their written form.
Important note: With the right support, many children develop strategies that help them progress in their learning.
Who evaluates and supports it? The speech-language pathologist and professionals in educational psychology and psychology are key to assessing and supporting learning, and the pediatrician can guide the family. If a child shows persistent difficulties with reading, seeking an early professional evaluation is very helpful.
Data on 1,090 doctors who treat dyslexia
Which specialist treats dyslexia?
Dyslexia should be evaluated by a psychologist or a speech therapist, with support from an educational psychologist; a radiologist or a complementary therapist may be involved in specific cases. You can book with the right specialist if your child has persistent difficulty reading or writing. Early evaluation and intervention improve learning outcomes.
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Doctors specialized in dyslexia
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Katherine Mawcinitt Backmann
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Gimena Soledad Liberman Estévez
Dr. Miriam Nava Castillo
Dr. Daniel Ivan Aquino
Dr. Osiris Ángeles
Frequently asked questions
What is dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty that affects reading and, frequently, writing, with no relation to a person's intelligence. It is usually identified during the school years.
Which doctor treats dyslexia?
Dyslexia should be evaluated by a psychologist or a speech therapist, with support from an educational psychologist; a radiologist or a complementary therapist may be involved in specific cases. You can book with the right specialist if your child has persistent difficulty reading or writing. Early evaluation and intervention improve learning outcomes.