Adopted children are at increased risk of attention challenges. Join Dr. Elaine Schulte of The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore on November 28th from 2-4pm EST, as we explore ADHD symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment – including a discussion of stimulant medications and evidence-based therapies for managing attention challenges.  We will also explore coexisting condition such as anxiety, depression and learning disorders. Come learn how other diagnoses – such as PTSD, RAD, and conduct disorders – can mimic attention challenges. This workshop is designed for both professionals and parents. It will be case-based and interactive, and provide plenty of opportunity for participants to ask questions.  Register here.

Dr. Schulte is a board-certified pediatrician and adoption medicine specialist. She is also an author of the recently published book, Caring for Your Adopted Child: An Essential Guide for Parents. While at Albany Medical Center in 1996, she founded one of the first adoption programs in the country. She served as Chair of the Department of General Pediatrics at the Cleveland Clinic until 2017. During that time, in addition to her administrative responsibilities, she maintained an active clinical practice, with specific interests in learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD, and autism. She was also the Medical Director of the Adoption Program at Cleveland Clinic Children’s. Currently, Dr. Schulte is the Vice Chair for Academic Affairs and Faculty Development at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore in the Bronx. She is responsible for overseeing the professional development of the 250 faculty members. She is also the medical director of the newly formed Adoption Program. The Adoption Program offers pre-adoption consultation, post-adoption evaluations and ongoing medical care for adopted children and their families. Dr. Schulte is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Foster Care, Adoption and Kinship Care. She has created clinical guidelines and educational programs for pediatricians and adoption agencies and has given numerous national presentations. She has two daughters adopted from China.