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Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAs) Treatment Center
About Dr. Daniel Shtraykher, DO FAAP
Dr. Daniel Shtraykher is an accomplished pediatrician who completed his education at NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine and further honed his skills with a pediatric residency at NYU Winthrop. As a deeply compassionate and soft-spoken professional, Dr. Shtraykher specializes in the care of newborns, children, and teenagers, establishing a notable reputation within the heart of Flatbush, where he resides with his wife and three children.
With an extensive decade of experience in treating patients in Brooklyn, Dr. Shtraykher has become acutely aware of the high prevalence of PANDAs and PANs within the community. It’s distressing to note the limited number of pediatricians confident in addressing these conditions, which unfortunately leads to potential misdiagnoses and increased anxiety for both parents and children. Navigating the complex referral process to specialists often results in undue treatment delays. Recognizing this, Dr. Shtraykher’s commitment is unwavering in delivering compassionate care and effective treatment for children affected by these challenging psychological disorders. He prides himself on his prompt availability, with appointments typically accessible within just a few days, ensuring that every child receives the timely, dedicated care they rightly deserve.
Anti-inflammatory Medications
Anti-inflammatory medications are essential in helping children with PANDAS feel better. PANDAS can cause sudden changes in behavior and emotions, and these medications work by reducing the inflammation in the brain that causes these problems.
Antibiotics
When a child with PANDAS takes antibiotics, it can make them feel better. PANDAS happens because of an infection, and the antibiotics help fight and get rid of that infection.
IVIG
When a child has PANDAS, IVIG can be a big help in making them feel better. IVIG is a special treatment that gives the child extra antibodies from healthy donors.
What is PANDAs?
PANDAS is a term used to describe a specific subset of children who experience neuropsychiatric symptoms following a mild illness. These symptoms often manifest dramatically and seemingly overnight, including motor or vocal tics, obsessions, compulsions, mood changes, irritability, hyperactivity, and separation anxiety from loved ones.
Both PANDAs and PANs are considered neurological and psychiatric conditions, characterized by the presence of severe obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and/or tics that significantly impact daily functioning. Typically, these symptoms emerge between the ages of 3 and puberty and exhibit sudden and dramatic fluctuations.
Testimonials
As a parent, it is crucial to find a pediatrician who understands the unique needs of children. Dr. Shtraykher’s extensive education and training, including his specialization... read more
Christy K.
Dr Shtraykher is truly one of a kind. He is kind, caring and really listens to his patients and their parents. He went out of his way to help me and my son, at all hours of the... read more
Amy G.
We met Dr Straykher over the summer. He was the only doctor able to get IVIG approved for my son. He is extremely knowledgeable, considerate and always answers my calls or texts.... read more
Frank A.
When our pediatrician suspected PANDAS, she told us to see a PANDAS specialist. I searched the pandas providers list with little luck, most weren't covered by our insurance,... read more
Rebecca A.
Doctor Shtraykher has been treating my son. I found him very knowledgeable, kind accessible and supportive. I have got responses from him right away when contacting him with... read more
Alex G.
Dr. Shtraykher has been incredibly supportive even before we met him in person. PANDAS is an unrecognized condition by many doctors, so finding one in network, who has been able... read more