Kids are flocking to the fields right now to play fall sports like football and soccer. Unfortunately, with all this running around, there are bound to be some real run-ins. Hitting heads with one another or a bouncing head off the ground is very common in youth sports and could lead to a concussion. An
Read MoreSeasoned Pediatric Rheumatologist Dr. Ruy Carrasco Joins Child Neurology Consultants of Austin Full Time
Child Neurology Consultants of Austin is proud to have assembled a unique team of pediatric specialists—offering our patients diverse expertise in treating the most common and also very rarest disorders. One of our physicians who commands a unique specialty is Dr. Ruy Carrasco, board-certified pediatric rheumatologist, and one of the only ones in the region
Read MoreDr. Karen Keough on Prescription CBD Oil vs. Over-the-Counter CBD Products
If you’re looking for CBD oil products, there’s a good chance you can find a store selling some version in just about any direction you travel. CBD specialty stores have popped up throughout Austin with at least eight opening in 2018 alone. The popularity of CBD oil is due to the vast number of suggested
Read MoreCNCA Doctors Discuss Epilepsy, SUDEP After Actor’s Sudden Death
Young kids, teenagers, and adults alike were saddened about the sudden death of popular television and movie star Cameron Boyce earlier this month. At just 20 years old, he left a lasting impression on fans who loved him for his characters on-screen and his heartfelt philanthropic efforts off-screen. His death has been attributed to a
Read MoreDr. Labiner Weighs In On Recent Traumatic Head Injuries at Baseball Games
We have all seen the recent headlines of fans at baseball games being hit in the head – accidentally – by a foul ball. We are particularly struck and saddened when these fans are children. One of these incidents occurred not far from here in Houston during an Astros game against the Chicago Cubs in
Read MoreBeatrice: Bouncing Back After Brain Surgery to Stop Traumatic Seizures
Beatrice is a typical 7-year old. She loves swimming, playing outside, keeping up with her older siblings, and her scooter. What is not typical are the physical challenges Beatrice has had to endure and bravely overcome in her short life. She was born prematurely with low birth weight, mild cerebral palsy and developmental delays. Beatrice
Read MoreMedical Marijuana in Texas: Dr. Keough Updates on Compassionate Use Program
If you are wondering about the latest updates to Texas’ Compassionate Use Program (CUP) for use of medical marijuana, listen up… Child Neurology Consultants’ Dr. Karen Keough (who also serves as the chief medical officer for Compassionate Cultivation) recently participated on a panel for Texas Public Radio on the expansion of the CUP known as
Read MoreOur Doctors are Going to Summer Camp!
Kids aren’t the only ones who get excited about summer camp. Some of our very own physicians have been eagerly gathering gear in anticipation of their work at a few Texas camps for special needs children and teenagers. Dr. Michael Reardon is at the MDA Camp for All (June 2-7) in scenic Burton, Texas. This camp
Read MoreCommunity Invited: Epilepsy Symposium on June 8
Child Neurology Consultants of Austin is proud to have two of our physicians presenting at the Epilepsy Patient Symposium this coming Saturday, June 8, at the St. David’s North Austin Medical Center. Dr. Karen Keough, board-certified and fellowship trained pediatrician and child neurologist, will speak on the topic “Epilepsy in Children.” Dr. Aaron Cardon, board-certified
Read MorePatient’s Grit and Determination Embodied in ‘We Are Marshall’ Award
We all love a good story of a patient who has beaten the medical odds, especially if it’s one of our own who we are honored to know and treat. Marshall Elmer is one such kiddo who has beaten the odds over and over again. Diagnosed with Trisomy 18 while still in utero, his
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