Applying for Pennsylvania Medical Assistance (PAMA)
This resource from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia describes how to apply for PA medical assistance as secondary insurance.
Our Division of Neurology experts have created this list of resources to help you keep your child safe and well.
This resource from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia describes how to apply for PA medical assistance as secondary insurance.
The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) is the country’s oldest and largest nationwide brain injury advocacy organization.
BIAPA provides a listing of support groups for regions across the state, a resource line, and pre-enrollment assistance information.
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) caused by a blow or jolt to the head or body that causes the brain to shake. The shaking can cause the brain to not work normally and can result in serious side effects.
This resource from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia provides information on 504 plans, which ensure reasonable accommodations for children who qualify.
Headaches are very common, but when symptoms are severe and prevent your child from participating in school and social activities, evaluation and treatment by an expert team of neurologists is needed.
What parents should know to help children who suffer from chronic headaches.
IAPS was established to facilitate collaboration among the many international pediatric stroke communities. The purpose is to provide a stronger, more united voice to effectively advocate for newborns, babies and children who have had a stroke.
The Teen Neuro-Rehab Support Group provides support to teens and young adults (ages 13-21) with acquired brain injuries (including traumatic brain injury and stroke). The group meets the second Wednesday of every month from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
This video from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia introduces acupuncture as a therapy available from the Integrative Health team to help patients manage pain.