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Dr. Kimberley Nicole Sikora, MD is a pediatrician in Hinsdale, IL specializing in general pediatrics. Dr. Kimberley Nicole Sikora, MD is affiliated with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, AdventHealth (CO, FL, GA, IL, KS, KY, NC, TX, and WI), PediaTrust, L.L.C. - Hinsdale Pediatric Associates and Advent Health.
911 N Elm Street Suite 215
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
She completed residency at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. She is certified by the Pediatrics: The American Board of Pediatrics and has a state license in Illinois.
Residency: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center (2019)
Board Certification: Pediatrics: The American Board of Pediatrics
Licensed In: Illinois
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Dr. Kimberley Sikora's area of specialization is general pediatrics. Dr. Sikora's areas of expertise consist of attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) and breastfeeding issues. She is affiliated with AdventHealth (CO, FL, GA, IL, KS, KY, NC, TX, and WI) and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. According to AdventHealth , she is currently accepting new patients at her office in Hinsdale, IL. Dr. Sikora completed her residency training at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.