Craniofacial Specialists
Anomalies of the head and face. Such anomalies include cleft palate, vascular anomalies such as birthmarks and Port Wine Stain, and abnormalities in bone development.They often require a referral from a pediatrician or family practitioner.
Dr. Stuart Nelson, Beckman Laser Institute and Medical Clinic, University of California-Irvine
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Boston Children’s Hospital Vascular Anomalies Center
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Seattle Children’s Craniofacial Center
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Vascular Birthmarks Foundation
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Dermatologists
Dr. Setzer
406-587-7546
Neurologists
These physicians focus on neurological issues such as epilepsy and cerebral palsy. They often require a referral from a pediatrician or family practitioner.
John Hopkins Child Center, Baltimore, MD
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Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, MD
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Neuropsychologists
These psychologists have specialized training in assessing cognitive and related abilities and suggesting interventions that can improve these abilities.
Dr. Jeffrey Cory, PhD
406-414-2410
Pediatricians and Family Practice Doctors
Dr. Michael Herring, Bozeman
406-414-2400
Dr. Sheila Idzerda, Bozeman
406-522-5437
Dr. Joseph Sofianek, Bozeman
406-414-5700
John Hopkins Child Center, Baltimore, MD
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Podiatrists
These physicians focus on feet and feet ailments. They also design orthotic devices.
Dr. Jan Clark, Bozeman
406-586-5318
Bozeman Foot and Ankle Clinic
406-587-8478
Psychiatrists
Psychiatrists are medical doctors that specialize in the treatment of mental health disorders and other disorders (e.g., ADHD).
Dr. Jamie Eschler, Bozeman
406-587-0810
Dr. Kammie Smith, Bozeman
406-587-0810
Sleep Specialists
Dr. James Osmanski, Bozeman
406-414-4260
STATE AND FEDERAL AGENCIES AND PROGRAMS
Center for Disease Control (CDC) Developmental Milestones
A list of developmental milestones which allows parents to identify and respond early to developmental delays.
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Gallatin County Health Department
The Gallatin County Health Department provides information about environmental health and emergency preparedness. They also provide a number of services including immunizations WIC nutrition services, and preventative cancer screenings.
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Healthy Montana Kids (HMK)
HMK Children's Health Insurance Plan is a state program that offers a free or low-cost health insurance plan to eligible Montana children up to age 19. Covered services include medical, dental, eyeglasses, and other related services.
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Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS)
DPHHS houses numerous programs (e.g., SNAP, TANF, Health Coverage Assistance) that provide services and support for individuals with disabilities or mental illness.
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Montana Health Care Programs
DPHHS provides healthcare services to help improve and protect the health and safety of some low-income Montanans. DPHHS reimburses private and public providers for a wide range of preventive, primary, and acute care services. Major service providers include: physicians, public health departments, clinics, hospitals, dentists, pharmacies, durable medical equipment, and mental health providers.
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Montana Mental Disabilities Board of Visitors
The Board conducts reviews of Montana's public mental health programs and the Montana Developmental Center and assists individuals receiving services from these programs. They can be contacted for complaints about quality care.
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Montana Milestones Part C Early Intervention Program
Montana Milestones/Part C of the IDEA Early Intervention Program is Montana’s comprehensive system of early intervention services and supports for families who have infants or toddlers, from birth through three who have significant developmental delays or disabilities or have been diagnosed with an established condition associated with significant delays in development.
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BOOKS
Finally Focused:
The Breakthrough Natural Treatment Plan for ADHD that Restores Attention, Minimizes Hyperactivity, and Helps Eliminate Drug Side Effects by James Greenblatt M.D. and Bill Gottlieb CHC
Road to Holland:
How I Found My Way Through My Son’s First Two Years with Down’s Syndrome by Jennifer Graf Groneberg
The Out of Sync Child by Carol Kranowitz
The Out of Sync Child Has Fun by Carol Kranowitz
Wonder by R.J. Palacio
USEFUL WEBSITES
Autism Speaks
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Autism Center for Excellence
Virginia Commonwealth University Autism Center for Excellence (VCU-ACE)
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National Alliance on Mental Illness
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Self Compassion
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Super Power Baby Project. Follow the link below to view a video about how professionals should talk to parents about their child’s diagnosis.
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Zero to Three Organization
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Children ages: 0-5
Currently available within the 59715 & 59718 area codes only
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