145: Medical Insights That Transform Learning & Behavior

Special Education Strategist: Expert Advice for IEPs, 504 Plans, Dyslexia, Parent Advocacy, Learning Disabilities, Executive Function, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergent

Feeling overwhelmed by constant IEP meetings, doctor visits, and behavior struggles? Join Wendy Taylor as she interviews developmental-behavioral pediatrician Dr. Amir Miodovnik—an expert who trained at Boston Children’s and Kennedy Krieger—on how medical factors like sleep, anxiety, and ADHD shape learning and behavior. Discover how to transform your observations into action: translate clinical insights into school strategies, prioritize child-centered supports, and plan ahead as your child grows. Warm, clear, and deeply empowering—this episode gives you a strategy you can use immediately.
Three Key Takeaways

• Sleep first: Establish sleep routines before tackling attention or emotional issues.
• One-page strategy: Create a “Student Health Snapshot” to share medical insights clearly with your school team.
• Expect change: Be vigilant through transitions—behaviors evolve, so adapt supports accordingly.

About Dr. Amir Miodovnik
Board-certified developmental-behavioral pediatrician, Dr. Miodovnik trained at Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard, led developmental medicine at Kennedy Krieger Institute, and now offers private, family-centered care in the DMV area—prioritizing clarity, shorter wait times, and tangible tools for advocacy. Learn more at drmio.com

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