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Ohio Down Syndrome Medical Care Centers

There are currently 6 Down syndrome medical care centers in Ohio:

Adult Down Syndrome Clinic – Columbus
Akron Children’s Down Syndrome Program – Akron
Blick Clinic – Akron
Down Syndrome Clinic – Columbus
The Jane and Richard Thomas Center for Down Syndrome – Cincinnati
Rainbow Child Development Center/Down Syndrome Clinic – Cleveland
Freeman Center for Developmental Disabilities – Cincinnati

Adult Down Syndrome Clinic, Columbus, OH
Affiliation:	The Ohio State University Nisonger Center
Summary:	To provide a comprehensive program that will provide complete medical and baseline psychological evaluations, focusing on issues specific to both adults with Down syndrome and their families. In addition, we hope to serve as a resource for healthcare providers who need medical information about adults with Down syndrome or help managing their adult patients with Down syndrome.
Ages Served:	Age 18+
Hours and Days of Operation:	Second Monday afternoon of each month; now, from 1 to 5 pm, after July 2025 from 11 am to 3 pm
Address:	McCampbell Hall 1581 Dodd Drive, Columbus, OH 43210-1257
Website:	http://nisonger.osu.edu/adult/adult-clinics-services/adult-downsyndrome-clinic/
Email:	Shannon.Guay@osumc.edu
Phone Number:	614-687-6701
Clinical Director:	Kandamurugu Manickam, MD and Michael Neiger, MD
Services provided:
Behavioral MD Psychologist Nutritionist Physical Therapist Occupational Therapist	Family Practitioner Apraxia Specialist Speech and Language Pathologist Audiologist Social Worker	Education/Inclusion Specialist Nurse Practitioner Genetic Counselor Clinical Care Coordinator Geneticist/Pediatrician
Other Services Provided:	Patients seen every 2-3 years. Two MDs provide physical examinations and psychological consult if needed.
Year Established:	2016
Patients with Down Syndrome Seen Annually:	30
Length of Waitlist:	Approximately 6 months
Medicaid Accepted?	Yes
Insurance Accepted?	Most major insurances, please call the clinic to check insurance

Akron Children’s Down Syndrome Program, Akron, OH
Affiliation:	Akron Children’s Hospital
Summary:	The Down Syndrome program uses a multidisciplinary approach to provide medical care and developmental services to children and their families. Our treatment team evaluates each child and develops a comprehensive plan. Follow up visits are scheduled based on the individual needs of each child. Akron Children’s Hospital specialists provide the full range of medical and developmental care for infants, children and teens with Down syndrome. Our goal is to maximize your child’s development by managing medical issues, connecting you with community resources, and teaching you how to advocate for your child.
Ages Served:	Birth – Age 21
Hours and Days of Operation:	First Thursday of month, starting at 8 a.m.; third Thursday of month, starting at noon
Address:	NeuroDevelopmental Science Center, Considine Professional Building, 215 W. Bowery St., Suite 4400, Akron OH 44308
Website:	https://www.akronchildrens.org/departments/Down-Syndrome-Program.html
Email:	cking@akronchildrens.org
Appointments:	330-543-6015 Online at: https://www.akronchildrens.org/departments/Down-Syndrome-Program.html#docAltAppointments
Phone Number:	330-543-8050
Clinical Director:	Diane Langkamp, MD, MPH, FAAP
Services provided:
Behavioral MD Psychologist Nutritionist Registered Dietician Physical Therapist Occupational Therapist	Family Practitioner Apraxia Specialist Speech and Language Pathologist Audiologist Social Worker	Education/Inclusion Specialist Nurse Practitioner Genetic Counselor Clinical Care Coordinator Geneticist/Pediatrician Feeding Specialist
Year Established:	2006
Patients with Down Syndrome Seen Annually:	200
Length of Waitlist:	2-3 Months
Medicaid Accepted?	Yes
Insurance Accepted?	Yes

Blick Clinic, Akron, OH
Affiliation:	Summit County ADM Board, Summit DD
Summary:	Private not for profit community agency serving individuals of all ages with developmental, behavioral, physical and mental health conditions
Ages Served:	All ages
Hours and Days of Operation:	Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Evening and weekend hours available
Address:	640 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44303
Website:	http://www.blickcenter.org
Email:	info@blickcenter.org
Appointments:	330-762-5425 and 330.762.2284
Phone Number:	330-762-5425
Clinical Director:	Laura Pletcher, Executive Director
Services provided:
Behavioral MD Psychologist Nutritionist Physical Therapist Occupational Therapist	Family Practitioner Apraxia Specialist Speech and Language Pathologist Audiologist Social Worker	Education/Inclusion Specialist Nurse Practitioner Genetic Counselor Clinical Care Coordinator Geneticist/Pediatrician
Other Services Provided:	Residential, Day Program, School, Psychiatry
Year Established:	1969
Patients with Down Syndrome Seen Annually:	150-200
Length of Waitlist:	Depends on service
Medicaid Accepted?	Yes
Insurance Accepted?	Yes

Down Syndrome Clinic, Columbus, OH
Affiliation:	Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Summary:	Affiliated with the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio, the Down Syndrome Clinic at Children’s Hospital is a family-centered clinic providing diagnostic and treatment services to children and adolescents with Down syndrome and their families. Services may include a comprehensive medical assessment with special attention to the unique medical problems sometimes experience by children with Down syndrome. Referral to other specialty medical and therapeutic services and laboratory and radiologic assessments are arranged as necessary. Families will be linked with medical, educational, social and financial supports in their communities as indicated and resources identified to assist them in meeting the unique needs of their child. A close working relationship will be maintained with the child’s primary care physician.
Ages Served:	Birth – Age 18
Hours and Days of Operation:	Mondays and Thursdays, 8:30 AM-12:30 PM
Address:	380 Butterfly Gardens Dr, Columbus, OH 43215
Website:	www.nationwidechildrens.org/down-syndrome
Phone Number:	(614)-722-4050
Appointments:	(614) 722-4050 or ONLINE: https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/request-an-appointment
Clinical Director:	Patricia Nash, MD
Behavioral MD Psychologist Nutritionist Physical Therapist Occupational Therapist	Family Practitioner Apraxia Specialist Speech and Language Pathologist Audiologist Social Worker	Education/Inclusion Specialist Nurse Practitioner Genetic Counselor Clinical Care Coordinator Geneticist/Pediatrician
Year Established:	1999
Patients with Down Syndrome Seen Annually:	Approx. 200
Length of Waitlist:	Newborns: Within a month Other Patients: Two months
Medicaid Accepted?	Yes
Insurance Accepted?	Yes

The Jane and Richard Thomas Center for Down Syndrome, Cincinnati, OH
Affiliation:	Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center in the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
Summary:	Today, more than ever, families of children with Down syndrome can expect and plan for a bright and productive future. The Jane and Richard Thomas Center for Down Syndrome Services offers an innovative approach to care. We aim to ensure the optimal health, developmental status, social-emotional functioning and adjustment of children with Down syndrome and their families now and in the future through: • Structured evaluations and ongoing monitoring • Individualized treatment planning based on best practices and standard of care • Care coordination, support, and assistance throughout childhood • Education and advocacy • Transition planning As part of the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, we provide ongoing support and individualized therapies to help you and your child at home, in school, and in the community.
Ages Served:	Birth – < Age 22
Hours and Days of Operation:	Monday – Friday 8 AM – 5 PM
Address:	3430 Burnet Ave Cincinnati, OH 45229
Website:	https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/service/t/down-syndrome
Email:	ThomasCenter@cchmc.org
Appointments:	513-636-4611
Phone Number:	513-636-4611
Clinical Director:	Susan Wiley, MD
Services provided:
Behavioral MD Psychologist Nutritionist Registered Dietician Physical Therapist Occupational Therapist	Family Practitioner Apraxia Specialist Speech and Language Pathologist Audiologist Social Worker	Education/Inclusion Specialist Nurse Practitioner Genetic Counselor Clinical Care Coordinator Feeding Specialist
Other Services Provided:	Comprehensive care coordination; Transition care for adolescents and adults to community care; Autism diagnosis and treatment; Board Certified Pediatricians in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics; Neurodevelopmental Psychology services
Year Established:	1984
Patients with Down Syndrome Seen Annually:	600+
Length of Waitlist:	Varied dependent upon appointment type
Medicaid Accepted?	Yes
Insurance Accepted?	Yes

Rainbow Child Development Center/Down Syndrome Clinic, Cleveland, OH
Affiliation:	Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital/University Hospitals Cleveland
Summary:	Rainbow’s Child Development Center, in the Department of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics and Psychology, provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for children with Down syndrome – beginning with prenatal consultations for parents-to-be, and continuing through your child’s infancy, childhood, teen years and transitions to adulthood. Like all children, no two kids with Down syndrome are the same. Getting the right care from experts who take the time to get to know your family and customize services to your child’s specific interests, abilities, development and health needs is the key to creating the best short- and long-term outcomes for your child.
Ages Served:	Birth – Age 18
Hours and Days of Operation:	8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday-Thursday; Call for Appointment
Address:	10524 Euclid Ave, Suite 3150, Cleveland, OH 44122
Website:	www.uhhospitals.org/rainbow/services/behavioral-pediatrics-and-psychology
Email:	nancy.roizen@uhhospitals.org
Appointments:	216-844-3230 or ONLINE: https://www.uhhospitals.org/rainbow/make-an-appointment
Phone Number:	216-844-7700
Clinical Director:	Director Nancy Roizen, MD
Services provided:
Behavioral MD Psychologist Nutritionist Physical Therapist Occupational Therapist	Family Practitioner Apraxia Specialist Speech and Language Pathologist Audiologist Social Worker	Education/Inclusion Specialist Nurse Practitioner Genetic Counselor Clinical Care Coordinator Geneticist/Pediatrician
Other Specialties Provided:	Currently recruiting for sleep study
Year Established:	2007
Patients with Down Syndrome Seen Annually:	Approx. 100
Length of Waitlist:	2-3 Months
Medicaid Accepted?	Yes
Insurance Accepted?	Yes

Freeman Center for Developmental Disabilities, Cincinnati, OH
Affiliation:	University of Cincinnati
Summary:	We are an interdisciplinary primary care clinic providing services and supports for patients with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to advance healthcare for adults with developmental disabilities by providing person-centered, coordinated, interdisciplinary care, educating health professionals and partnering with the community.
Ages Served:	Age 18+
Hours and Days of Operation:	Monday – Friday 8 AM – 5 PM
Address:	3120 Burnet Avenue Suite 401, Suite 401 Cincinnati, OH 45229 (move expected Fall 2025)
Website:	https://med.uc.edu/institutes/center-for-intellectual-and-developmental-disabilities/home
Email:	freemancenter@uchealth.com
Appointments:	(513) 585-9009
Phone Number:
Clinical Director:	Lauren Wang, MD
Services provided:
Behavioral MD Psychologist Nutritionist Registered Dietician Physical Therapist Occupational Therapist	Family Practitioner Apraxia Specialist Speech and Language Pathologist Audiologist Social Worker	Education/Inclusion Specialist Nurse Practitioner Genetic Counselor Clinical Care Coordinator Feeding Specialist
Other Services Provided:	Community navigation, therapy, psychiatry, pharmacy, UC system and community referrals, behavior intervention
Year Established:	2022
Patients with Down Syndrome Seen Annually:	250+
Length of Waitlist:	Approximately 400, opportunity for movement following clinic move in Fall 2025
Medicaid Accepted?	Yes
Insurance Accepted?	Yes

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