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Our Team
Clinic Director
Dr. Kathryn Ostermaier graduated magna cum laude from Texas A&M University in 1992 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Genetics. She completed medical school at Baylor College of Medicine in 1996 and her Pediatric Residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 1999. After finishing her training,… read more
Phone: 832-822-3400
Providers
I am committed to providing family-centered and evidence-based care for children with neurodevelopmental challenges. I enjoy discovering each child’s unique strengths while also aiding the patient and family in navigating any challenges or uncertainty that may accompany a neurodevelopmental… read more
Phone: 832-822-3400
Dr. Koshy joins the Meyer Center for Developmental Pediatrics at Texas Children’s Hospital with years of experience as a development and behavioral pediatrician in Greater Houston. His clinical practice utilizes a comprehensive, family-centered approach in which Koshy supports families by giving… read more
Phone: 832-822-3400
I am a clinician-educator and medical education researcher whose professional mission is to advance the training of medical learners in the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for the care of individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities. My practice focuses on direct patient care,… read more
Phone: 832-822-3400
The brain has a remarkable ability to generate new neurons in our center of learning and memory, throughout our lifespan. The rate of neurogenesis can be affected by many factors, from metabolism to physical and social activity. I focus on understanding the mechanisms of adult neurogenesis and the… read more
Phone: 832-822-3400
Dr. Mensah-Bonsu graduated summa cum laude from Washington State University with a degree in Psychology, followed by graduation from the University of Washington School of Medicine. She went onto complete her pediatric training at the University of Chicago, and practiced as a hospitalist for 7… read more
Phone: 832-822-3704
I believe that all children should have access to appropriate medical care and evidence based interventions to help improve their quality of life and developmental outcome. Clinical Interests: I am interested in taking care of children with autism, congenital heart defects, learning disabilities,… read more
Phone: 832-822-3400
I am committed to providing family-centered, culturally appropriate and evidence-based care for children with developmental challenges. I am passionate about helping parents understand their child’s specific strengths and weakness profile as it relates to developmental behavioral concerns, and… read more
Phone: 832-822-3400
Dr. Risen is currently a faculty member in both the Department of Pediatric Neurology as well as the Meyer Center for Developmental Pediatrics. After completing training in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore, MD, she… read more
Phone: 832-822-3400 (Development) | 832-822-1750 (Neurology)
Dr. Jennifer Swanson-Zamora is a pediatrician at Texas Children’s Hospital specializing in developmental-behavioral pediatrics and an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine. Her clinical interests include autism, developmental delays, intellectual disability, ADHD, learning… read more
Phone: 832-227-2800
Nurses
It is important to me that everyone is treated as if they are a VIP. I believe that while medicine helps, truly caring for patients and families has a huge impact as well.
Phone: 832-824-7189
I am a Registered Nurse for the Autism Center and Meyer Center for Developmental Pediatrics at Texas Children’s Hospital. I have over 3 years of experience in various healthcare roles in the nursing field and have also volunteered within the community with a non-profit organization helping to… read more
Phone: 832-824-8464
Social Workers
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in various healthcare roles within the Texas Medical Center. I have worked locally in school social work, foster care, adoption, and with various community based non-profit organizations. My areas of interest include positive… read more
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience in clinical care for families of children with developmental disabilities and special health care needs, as well as in grant writing, program development, and community outreach. My areas of interest include working with… read more
Phone: 832-822-3420
As a licensed clinical social worker with over four years of experience in the behavioral health field, Abigail Murillo has experience in special education, crisis intervention, counseling and parent education. She has worked as a bilingual professional in various settings in the Greater Houston… read more
Phone: 832-822-3400
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with 2 years of experience serving children with developmental disabilities and complex trauma. I have worked as an applied behavior analysis therapist and interned at various non-profit organizations. My areas of interest include autism research, support groups… read more
Phone: 832-822-3400