Norton Neuroscience Institute Adult Neurodevelopmental Program

The Norton Neuroscience Institute Adult Neurodevelopmental Program fills a care gap many individuals face when transitioning out of pediatric care.

The program, led by neurologist David A. Robertson, M.D., and nurse practitioner Paula A. Johnson, APRN, provides specialized adult neurology care for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders and social development impairments. Paula brings extensive experience in pediatric neurology and caring for individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions into adulthood, helping bridge the transition from pediatric to adult specialty care.

We provide coordinated adult specialty care for neurodevelopmental disorders, including:

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Cerebral palsy
Childhood illness or injury affecting brain development
Developmental delay
Genetic conditions affecting neurological development

Our innovative care model provides lifelong support and helps patients navigate the often challenging transition into adult neurological care through comprehensive, individualized evaluations.

A multidisciplinary team supports Dr. Robertson, Paula and patients in the program. The team includes a certified social worker and a nurse navigator and is deeply committed to caring for adults with developmental and neurological conditions.

We go beyond traditional health care, recognizing that the transition to adulthood can mean a loss of familiar supports. Our team works closely with patients, their families or support persons, and their health care providers to ensure coordinated care, advocacy, education and ongoing support — helping individuals continue to receive the care they need throughout adulthood.

Make a referral

Providers can refer patients within the Norton Healthcare system through Epic by selecting Adult Neurodevelopmental Program. Providers outside of the Norton Healthcare system can refer through Norton EpicCare Link by selecting Adult Neurodevelopmental Program.

NortonEpicCareLink.com

Call (888) 4-U-NORTON/(888) 486-6786

Leading the Region in Neurological Care

More patients from Louisville and Southern Indiana choose Norton Neuroscience Institute than any other provider for expertise, innovation and compassion all in one place.

Norton Healthcare is recognized by U.S. News & World Report on its “Best Hospitals” list as No.1 in the Louisville area, with a “high performing” rating in stroke through Norton Neuroscience Institute.
You have access to more than 75 medical, surgical and research specialists dedicated exclusively to caring for brain, spine and nervous system conditions.
Patients benefit from advanced, minimally invasive neurosurgery technologies that help reduce pain and speed recovery.
Multidisciplinary clinics bring specialists from neurology, neurosurgery, oncology, cardiology, orthopedics and behavioral health together — giving you coordinated, comprehensive care in a single visit.
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Nationally recognized stroke excellence
Four Norton Healthcare adult-service hospitals are DNV-certified for stroke care, reflecting the highest standards in rapid treatment and outcomes.
Four Norton Healthcare adult-service hospitals have earned American Heart Association Get With the Guidelines awards for exceptional stroke care, including multiple Gold Plus and Honor Roll designations.
Slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease: We are the first health care system in Kentucky to offer lecanemab and a leader nationally in the application of this cutting-edge drug.
Norton Neuroscience Institute’s multiple sclerosis (MS) program has met the high standards to achieve Center for Comprehensive MS Care designation by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
The National Association of Epilepsy Centers has recognized Norton Neuroscience Institute Comprehensive Epilepsy Center as a Level 4 center, providing the highest level of medical and surgical evaluation and treatment for patients with complex epilepsy.
Norton Neuroscience Institute Resource Center navigators help educate patients and their families about new diagnoses, available treatments and ways to manage their disease.