Leading expert in ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and Asperger syndrome, Dr. Ricky Richardson, MD, explains comprehensive pediatric evaluation. He details his extensive international experience and his leadership in pediatric e-Health initiatives. Dr. Ricky Richardson, MD, discusses the multidisciplinary approach to diagnosing learning disabilities and behavioral difficulties.
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Comprehensive Pediatric Evaluation for Autism, ADHD, and Learning Disabilities
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- Expertise in Developmental Pediatrics
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Expertise in Developmental Pediatrics
Dr. Ricky Richardson, MD, is a senior consultant pediatrician with a distinguished career focused on child development. His specific clinical interests include the evaluation and management of children with complex neurodevelopmental conditions. Dr. Richardson's work centers on learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and various behavioral abnormalities.
International Pediatric Leadership
Dr. Richardson's impact extends far beyond the United Kingdom. He has dedicated over a decade to establishing pediatric services in resource-limited settings across the globe. His work spans South America, Central America, Africa, Southeast Asia, Brunei, and Oman. This extensive international experience provides a unique global perspective on child health and developmental disorders.
Multidisciplinary Assessment Approach
A cornerstone of Dr. Ricky Richardson, MD's methodology is the multidisciplinary team. He leads a team that evaluates children from both medical and educational perspectives. This holistic approach ensures a comprehensive understanding of a child's learning disabilities and behavioral challenges. The goal is to create a unified support plan that addresses all aspects of a child's life.
Focus on Autism Spectrum Disorders
Dr. Richardson provides crucial consultant support within the Department of Psychological Medicine. He specializes in the assessment of children presenting with social and communication difficulties. His expertise covers the full range of autism spectrum conditions, including autism, atypical autism, autistic spectrum disorder (ASD), and Asperger syndrome. Accurate diagnosis is the critical first step toward effective intervention and support.
Career and Medical Credentials
Dr. Ricky Richardson, MD, boasts an impressive academic and professional history. He graduated with honors in cell biology and immunology from the University of London. He earned his medical degree from The Middlesex Hospital Medical School in 1973. After initial training in internal medicine, Dr. Richardson dedicated his career to pediatrics, with a long tenure at London's renowned Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children.
His leadership roles are extensive. Dr. Richardson holds a Visiting Chair in e-Health at Imperial College London and is the Executive Director of the Global eHealth Foundation. He is also a Fellow of four prestigious Royal Colleges: Physicians, Pediatrics and Child Health, Medicine, and Tropical Medicine. Dr. Anton Titov, MD, highlights these accomplishments in his introduction, underscoring Dr. Richardson's esteemed position in the medical community.
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Dr. Anton Titov, MD: Hello from London! I am Dr. Anton Titov, MD. We are with Professor Ricky Richardson. He is the Senior Consultant Pediatrician at the Child and Family Practice in London, at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, and at Princess Margaret Hospital in Windsor.
Dr. Richardson graduated with honors in cell biology and immunology from the University of London. He graduated from The Middlesex Hospital Medical School in 1973 and, following residency in internal medicine, he turned to pediatrics.
Most of Professor Richardson's career in pediatrics has been based at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children. He also spent over a decade working in South and Central America, Africa, Southeast Asia, and in Brunei and Oman.
Professor Dr. Ricky Richardson, MD, established original pediatric services in several countries and has been widely recognized for his leadership in service to children and for his e-Health initiatives.
Professor Dr. Ricky Richardson, MD, has a Visiting Chair in e-Health at Imperial College, London, and is Executive Director of the Global eHealth Foundation, working with Archbishop Desmond Tutu as Chairman.
He has been on the faculty of The Child and Family Practice since its inception and serves as Medical Director and sits on the Board of Directors.
Professor Richardson is a very experienced general pediatrician. He also has a particular interest in the evaluation and management of children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and behavioral abnormalities.
Professor Dr. Ricky Richardson, MD, now serves as a consultant pediatrician in the Department of Psychological Medicine. He supports the assessment service of children thought to have social and communication difficulties.
This includes autism, atypical autism, autistic spectrum disorder, and Asperger's syndrome. Professor Richardson leads a multidisciplinary team that evaluates children with learning disabilities and behavioral difficulties from both the medical and educational perspectives.
Professor Richardson is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, Fellow of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine and Fellow of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine.
Dr. Anton Titov, MD: Professor Richardson, hello and welcome!
Dr. Ricky Richardson, MD: Thank you, Anton. It is lovely to be here!