There are many Syndromes in Pediatrics. Below is a listing of some of the syndromes we have treated in our practice and websites families have found helpful. The National Organization of Rare Disorders www.rarediseases.org is a general resources for families serching for support and information about a rare disease or syndrome. If you would like us to post information about a syndrome that has impacted you or your family please feel free to contact us.

All of the syndromes listed on this website vary in their presentation from mild to severe.

Fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited form of mental impairment and autism. It affects one in 4,000 boys and one in 6,000 girls. Read more about Fragile X Syndrome here.

Prader Willi Syndrome is a genetic disorder causing obesity and other problems for information go to www.pwfa.org and see Staff on the About section of this website.

Tuberous Sclerosis is a genetic disorder where children may have a vairety of medical problems related to the growth of small tumors throughout the body. It is a common cause of infantile seizures and Autism. For more information www.tsaalliance.org 

Aicardi Syndrome is a relatively rare genetic disorder resulting in seizures and developmental delay. For more information www.aicardisyndrome.org

Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder ranging from mild to severe where small tumors grow on nerves throughout the body. For more information go to www.nfinc.org

Angelman's Syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by developmental delay, lack of speech, seizures, and problems with balance. It is often misdiagnosed as Cerebral Palsy or Autism. For more information go to www.angelman.org