2080P0006X
Classification: Pediatrics
A developmental-behavioral specialist is a pediatrician with special training and experience who aims to foster understanding and promotion of optimal development of children and families through research, education, clinical care and advocacy efforts. This physician assists in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of developmental difficulties and problematic behaviors in children and in the family dysfunctions that compromise children's development.
Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007.
www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition changed, source changed, 3/26/2008: definition corrected]
Additional Resources: American Board of Pediatrics, 2007.
http://www.abp.org/.
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Providers in Pennsylvania are listed here if either their primary or any of their secondary taxonomy codes are 2080P0006X.