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Deirdre McDowell, PT, BSc

20 years or more / Physical Therapist

Clinical Specialties:
Pediatric Specialist
Offers:
Bosnian, Russian
Areas of Focus:
Cerebral Palsy
Developmental Disabilities
Newborns
Orthotics
Pediatrics

Practice Description: I practice in several settings; a smaller private consultation location and a large private practice with pediatric physical, occupational and speech therapy. The consultaion services are provided on a case by case basis depending upon need and availability and is located in the Houston Heights. This is a detailed, cash only practice. In the larger setting, the average therapist experience is 20 yrs, with advanced education and additional specialty certification. Most insurance is accepted

Member: APTA Private Practice APTA Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

2 Practice Locations

Deirdre McDowell PLLC

http://www.deirdremcdowell.com/
811 Arlington Street, Houston, TX 77007-1632

Appointment Hours: Monday, Friday 9:00 am - 6:00pm Tuesday - Thursday by appointment Saturday, Sunday by appointment

Payment Info: Fees are below market, but payment is required at time of service. This is an out-of-network practice.


Pediatric Therapy Center

8323 Southwest Freeway, Suite 101, Houston, TX 77074

Appointment Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9:00am - 4:00pm

Payment Info: most insurance is accepted


About

Deirdre McDowell, PT, BSc

developmental testing and early intervention, neonatal assessment of General Movements (Prechtl), disability management, resource provision and family education, management of musculoskeletal conditions related to developmental disability, injury, genetic disorder, or orthopedic surgery. Special interest in finding low tech solutions to disability related skeletal impairment and movement disorders. International program development and clinical teaching with emphasis on pediatric disability, particularly in areas of infrastructure collapse and civil conflict. USAID program collaboration and reporting.

Professional Education

Physical Therapy - Texas Women's University 1987 Graduate School - Texas Women's University NDT pediatric certification 1997 Pediatric Clinical Specialist Board Certification 2011

Languages Spoken

  • Bosnian
  • Russian

Board Certifications

Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy
Since Apr 30, 2000, valid through Jun 29, 2030
Certificate Number: 3597

Other Certifications

General Movements Assessment ( advanced)

Additional Interests

pediatric movement disorders musculoskeletal issues related to developmental disability or injury in childhood