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Developmental Pediatrics

If your patient is experiencing developmental delays, disabilities, learning difficulties or behavioral challenges, Children's Nebraska can provide support. Our expert developmental pediatricians specialize in helping children facing challenges at school, home or with social interactions.

About Us

Our Developmental Pediatrics team offers comprehensive care for children with developmental, behavioral, learning or emotional disorders, as well as those at risk of developing these issues.

Our team of pediatric specialists provides evaluations, check-ups and ongoing care, working together to create a tailored, multifaceted care plan that supports your patient's growth and development.

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Developmental Pediatrics

Providers' Priority Line

Additional Information:

The Providers' Priority Line is your 24-hour link to pediatric specialists at Children’s for emergency and urgent consults, physician-to-physician consults, admissions and transport services.

Conditions We Treat

Meet Our Providers

Our expert pediatric providers have extensive training and experience in caring for children with complex developmental conditions.

Heidi A. Castillo

Heidi A. Castillo, MD

Languages: Spanish, English

Specialty: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

Howard W. Needelman

Howard W. Needelman, MD

Language: English

Specialty: NICU Follow-Up Clinic

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Beatrice O. Egboh, MBBS

Language: English

Specialty: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

Jonathan Castillo Porter

Jonathan Castillo Porter, MD

Languages: Spanish, English

Specialty: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

Jaci A. Timmons

Jaci A. Timmons, MD

Language: English

Specialties: Hospital Medicine, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

Cynthia R. Ellis

Cynthia R. Ellis, MD

Language: English

Specialty: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

Treatments and Services

Our developmental pediatricians provide evaluation, treatment and education to help you manage your child’s developmental delays or conditions.

Locations

Our Developmental Pediatrics team is located in Children’s Cass West, a state-of-the-art outpatient facility.

What Sets Us Apart

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Expert Team

Children’s provides specialized care for kids with unique developmental needs. Our team includes experts in areas like Down syndrome and autism spectrum disorder.

Comprehensive Care

We work closely with families to create a personalized plan for the child’s health and development. Together, we’ll connect families to the right resources and support within our network and the community.