Dr. Paola Carugno MD
Neurologist (Pediatric) | Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
4422 3rd Ave Bronx NY, 10457About
Dr. Paola Carugno is a child neurologist practicing in Bronx, NY. Dr. Carugno specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system in children from birth to young adulthood. With combined understanding of childhood illness and the special needs of each individual child and their family, Dr. Carugno is able to help each patient improve the status of their health. Conditions such as seizures, delayed speech, weakness or frequent headaches are treated by child neurologists.
Education and Training
Univ Central De Venezuela- Esc De Med "luis Razetti"- Caracas 1991
Central Medical College 1991
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma
- Learning Disabilities
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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