Pediatric Developmental Center

The Pediatric Developmental Center at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center is the most comprehensive outpatient diagnostic and treatment center for children with developmental and behavioral differences in the Chicago area.

Our services include:

• Medical diagnostic and intervention services for infants and toddlers
• Comprehensive treatment for children with autism
• Pediatric rehabilitation services
• Family and sibling support

We provide highly specialized treatment programs for children as well as training and education for parents, families and professionals.

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Our team

A full range of professionals is ready to help, including:

• Developmental and behavioral pediatricians
• Developmental and behavioral psychologists
• Behavior therapists
• Nursing
• Physical, occupational and speech/language therapists
• Social workers

Once your child's delay is diagnosed, you and your therapist will meet to develop the appropriate treatment plan. At that time, very specific plans and therapies are then provided by us or by referral to an appropriate resource.

Bilingual services

The PDC staff mirrors the diverse makeup of the communities served by the center. The full range of services is available in Spanish-English and translators are available for a wide range of other languages.

Cost

The Pediatric Developmental Center strives to provide services to every family in need regardless of ability to pay. We are aided in this effort by funding from the Illinois Department of Human Services and by private grants and philanthropy, including The Feldman Endowment for Children with Special Needs and The Masonic Family Health Foundation. The center has a sliding fee scale for eligible families; Medicaid and private insurance are also accepted. Our billing coordinator is always available to assist families.

For more information on diagnosis, treatment, and our specialized programs, contact the Pediatric Developmental Center at 872-843-0300, fax 872-843-9030.