Dr. Ayelet Zerem
Pediatric Neurologist
Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center -Ichilov Hospital , Tel Aviv, Israel22 Years of experience
Speaks: Hebrew , English
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Pediatric Neurologist
Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center -Ichilov Hospital , Tel Aviv, Israel22 Years of experience
Speaks: Hebrew , English
Pediatric neurologists are specialists who treat children from the newborn period through the teenage years. They deal with the conditions of the nervous system. Listed below are some of the conditions that a pediatric neurologist Ayelet Zerem treats::
Epilepsy, learning difficulties, and developmental problems are the most common conditions in children which are treated by a pediatric neurologist. Some children are affected with unusual conditions like a metabolic or genetic disease. The treatment of these conditions is done under the guidance of a pediatric neurologist at hospitals equipped with specialized facilities.
Some of the common symptoms of neurological conditions that may appear in children are listed below. But a child may show slightly different signs. Each condition produces specific symptoms.:
Consult a pediatric neurologist if your child shows any of the above symptoms. The doctor will diagnose the condition and provide a treatment plan. The signs of a nervous system disorder may look like other health conditions.
Dr Ayelet Zerem works from 10 am to 6 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. Call the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.
Dr Ayelet Zerem performs a number of popular procedures listed below:
Pediatric neurologists can perform different surgeries. Medication is the primary treatment used by them to control a symptom of neurological disorders. Pediatric neurologists are trained to perform some minor surgeries but generally, they do not perform any major surgery.
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A pediatric neurologist treats the conditions of the nervous system in infants, children and adolescents. This includes the spinal cord, muscles, nerves, and related blood vessels. They diagnose and treat several diseases, including seizures, head injuries, sleep disorders, developmental problems, and learning disabilities. Neurologists also prevent neurological disorders and reduce neurological disability. Because the field of neurology is vast, some pediatric neurologists choose to focus on certain conditions that are complex or require extensive treatments. Examples include stroke and brain tumors, epilepsy, cerebral palsy. Pediatric neurologists also interpret imaging and laboratory tests and prescribe medication. They diagnose and treat acute as well as chronic diseases that can affect the brain and the nervous system, such as headaches, seizures, learning disabilities, and concussions.
A pediatric neurologist can perform a wide variety of screening and tests including:
Diagnostic tests are vital for evaluating the underlying conditions and deciding the right treatment. A neurologist performs certain tests before and after consultation to reach the right conclusion. A complete evaluation of your child's brain and nervous system is important if you think that might be an underlying problem.
It is always advisable to seek an opinion from a pediatric neurologist if your child is showing the below symptoms:
You must also seek the assistance of a pediatric neurologist in case your child Your child has some critical neurological risk factors like lead poisoning which can lead to permanent brain and nervous system issues.
BPT, MPT (Neuro)
18 Years of Experience
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Last Reviewed - January 2026