Psychomotor Developmental Delay
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Psychomotor developmental delay occurs when a child acquires certain movement, language, or social interaction skills later than expected for their age. Each child has their own pace, but certain differences warrant an evaluation.
Common signs: Delay in holding up the head, sitting, walking, talking, or interacting compared with what is usual for their stage.
When should you see a doctor? If there are doubts about the child's progress or if they do not reach expected milestones, a timely review helps guide and support their development.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician performs the initial follow-up and, when necessary, the pediatric neurologist looks deeper into the evaluation. Discussing your concerns with a professional helps in making decisions with peace of mind.
Data on 352 doctors who treat psychomotor developmental delay
Which specialist treats psychomotor developmental delay?
Delayed psychomotor development is evaluated by a pediatric neurologist, and a pediatrician can provide the initial assessment. A neurologist may also get involved depending on the case. Find specialists.
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Doctors specialized in psychomotor developmental delay
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Frequently asked questions
What is psychomotor developmental delay?
Psychomotor developmental delay occurs when a child acquires certain movement, language, or social interaction skills later than expected for their age. Each child has their own pace, but certain differences warrant an evaluation.
Which doctor treats psychomotor developmental delay?
Delayed psychomotor development is evaluated by a pediatric neurologist, and a pediatrician can provide the initial assessment. A neurologist may also get involved depending on the case. Find specialists.