Dr. Joseph A Holahan M.D.
Neurologist (Pediatric) | Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
703 Main St St. Joseph's Regiona Paterson NJ, 07503About
Dr. Joseph Holahan is a child neurologist practicing in Paterson, NJ. Dr. Holahan 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. Holahan 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
Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj 1970
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School 1970
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
Provider Details
Treatments
- Learning Disabilities
- Birth Defects
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