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Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery Services

Helping your child manage a neurologic condition can be challenging and stressful. In the Sutter Health network, we offer family-centered care and the latest treatments for developmental disorders and chronic conditions, such as autism and epilepsy. We also provide care and minimally invasive treatments for injuries and acute conditions.

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Or call (855) 421-2904.

Featured Services

  • Diagnostic EEG Services
  • Headache and Migraine Care
  • Pediatric Autism Programs
  • Pediatric Epilepsy Programs
  • Pediatric Neuropsychology
  • Radiosurgery

Compassionate Neurological Care for Children

In the Sutter Health network, we care for your whole child, not just your child’s condition. Across Northern California, specialists provide reassuring, personal attention to each child and family. Our care teams are made up of highly trained pediatric neurologists, neuropsychologists and neurosurgeons who work with pediatric specialists from multiple disciplines to promote well-rounded care at all stages of your child’s life.

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Pediatric neurosurgeons in the Sutter Health network perform complex surgeries and provide minimally invasive treatment alternatives whenever possible, such as implanting a baclofen pump for cerebral palsy and other neurological conditions. Many neuroscience specialists also participate in clinical trials and conduct research studies to advance understanding and care for complex neurological conditions that affect infants, children and teens. 

We treat a wide range of pediatric conditions including:

  • Autism spectrum disorder
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Developmental delays
  • Epilepsy and seizure disorders
  • Headaches and migraines
  • Learning disorders
  • Movement disorders
  • Muscular dystrophy
  • Neuromuscular disease
  • Brain and spinal cord tumors
  • Craniofacial disorders
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Spina bifida
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Traumatic brain injury

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Doctor Profiles

The following doctors are part of the Sutter Health network. Learn about the doctors on this site.
Shubhangi C. Chitnis, M.D.

Shubhangi C. Chitnis, M.D.

  • Pediatric Neurology

  • Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology

Laura Prolo, M.D.

Laura Prolo, M.D.

  • Pediatric Neurosurgery

Jane MacLean, M.D.

Jane MacLean, M.D.

  • Pediatric Neurology

  • Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology

Peter P. Sun, M.D.

Peter P. Sun, M.D.

  • Pediatric Neurosurgery

Jennifer A. O'Malley, M.D., Ph.D.

Jennifer A. O'Malley, M.D., Ph.D.

  • Pediatric Neurology

Leon Grant, D.O.

Leon Grant, D.O.

  • Pediatric Neurology

  • Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology

Sarah R. Cheyette, M.D.

Sarah R. Cheyette, M.D.

  • Pediatric Neurology

  • Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology

Mark W. Koukkari, M.D.

Mark W. Koukkari, M.D.

  • Pediatric Neurology

  • Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology

Susy Jeng, M.D.

Susy Jeng, M.D.

  • Pediatric Neurology

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