Andrew J. Kirch Developmental Services Center

Important Information for Physicians

PCP – Developmental Pediatrics Phone Consultation Service

In an effort to support the high quality, active role Primary Care Providers in the Rochester community take in the care of their pediatric patients with developmental disabilities, the Kirch Center will be offering a new opportunity for Primary Care Providers to enhance their skills and expertise in the care of these children.  Primary Care Physicians will be able to access Developmental Pediatricians and Nurse Practitioners easily and directly for teaching consultation. While not a system of direct advice about the management of specific patients, this service can provide Primary Care Providers with information and resources that will arm them with the knowledge to make appropriate decisions and planning regarding the care of these challenging patients.

Types of Information that may be provided:

• Strategies for screening/evaluating development
• Strategies for management of challenging behaviors
• Community resources
• Standards for management of disability-related medical/behavioral issues
• Strategies for working with schools and other systems
• Evidence-based information about use of medications in children with disabilities

Resources that may be provided (over the phone, via the internet, or by fax):

• Assessment and monitoring protocols
• Standards of Care
• Treatment information
• Community resources and how to access them 

Phone: (585) 276-3223

Hours that Developmental Pediatricians and Nurse Practitioners are available to take phone calls:

• Monday 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
• Tuesday 5:00 p.m. -6:00 p.m.
• Thursday 5:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m.

What to Expect

Expect to explain your challenging situation and describe your need for information or resources without sharing personal information about patient such as name or date of birth.