Developmental Pediatrics

Often times children have challenges that require extra attention at home, in school and out in the community. Novant Health Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics is here to help. Our board-certified developmental pediatricians, Barbara Kissam, MD, and highly qualified nurse practitioner, Caitlin Rissler, NP, are here to diagnose and treat your child's developmental, learning or behavioral concerns.

Barbara Kissam, MD

Caitlin Rissler, NP

Developmental pediatricians evaluate, counsel and provide treatment for children, adolescents and their families with a wide range of difficulties, including:

• Autism spectrum disorder
• ADHD
• Learning disabilities
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Obsessive compulsive disorder
• Oppositional defiant disorder
• Bipolar disorder
• Reactive attachment disorder
• Developmental delays
• Genetic syndromes with developmental issues, such as Down syndrome, Fragile X syndrome, Angelman syndrome and Prader-Willi syndrome
• NICU graduates with developmental issues
• Behavioral problems

Novant Health Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics is the only practice of its kind in Charlotte. Should your child need to be seen by a developmental pediatrician, please call our office at 704-316-1155.

Location information:

Metroview Building
1900 Randolph Road
Suite 1010
Charlotte, NC 28207