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The Tourette Association of America Greater New York Chapter is a volunteer led, nonprofit organization supporting the needs of individuals and families affected by Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders. We are committed to raising public awareness and fostering social acceptance; advancing scientific understanding, treatment options and care; educating professionals to better serve the needs of children, adults and families challenged by Tourette and Tic Disorders; advocating for public policies and services that promote positive school, work and social environments; Providing help, hope and a supportive community across the nation; and empowering our community to deal with the complexities of this spectrum of disorders.
Events
Join the Tourette Association of America and the New York State Consortium Center of Excellence for a FREE Tourette workshop for educators and families affected by Tourette and Tic Disorders. This symposium will offer an overview on Tourette and Tic Disorders, and impact of TS and Tic Disorders on student learning and management in school settings, an overview of the resources offered through the NY Centers of Excellence, and managing periods of life-transition, whether it is going to college, entering the work force, and other aspects of living with Tourette or Tic Disorders.
Date: Saturday, November 5th, 2016
Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT
Register: Click Here
Understanding Tourette: From A Family, Student, Educator, and Young Adult Perspective
Join the Tourette Association of America and the New York State Consortium Center of Excellence for a FREE Tourette workshop for educators and families affected by Tourette and Tic Disorders. This symposium will offer an overview on Tourette and Tic Disorders, and impact of TS and Tic Disorders on student learning and management in school settings, an overview of the resources offered through the NY Centers of Excellence, and managing periods of life-transition, whether it is going to college, entering the work force, and other aspects of living with Tourette or Tic Disorders.
Date: Saturday, November 5th, 2016
Time: 1:00pm—4:15pm EDT
Register Here: http://ts-symposiumpm.eventbrite.com
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Services
Western NY
Contact: Sue Conners at the chapter office – 716-839-4430 or [email protected]
Albany Area
Contact: Support Group Leader Loretta Longo – 518-421-7141 OR [email protected]
Central NY
Contact: Support Group Leader, Becky Lunkenheimer – 315-635-6967 0R [email protected]
Mid-Hudson Valley / Dutchess & Ulster County
Contact: Dawn Van Kleeck, [email protected]
Join us for our Central Support Groups:
10/18, 11/15, 12/20, 1/17, 2/21
Location: Baldwinsville Library
Join us for our Western New York Support Groups:
10/19, 11/16, 12/21, 1/18, 2/15
Location: Kenmore Library
New York State Consortium
Weill Cornell Medical College
New York, NY
Director: John Walkup, M.D.
Co-Director: Shannon Bennett, Ph.D.
(212) 746 1891
Northwell Health
Manhasset, NY
Director: Cathy Budman, M.D.
Co-Director: Jane Zwilling, Psy.D.
(516) 562-3223
University of Rochester Medical Center
Rochester, NY
Director: Jonathan Mink, M.D., Ph.D.
Co-Director: Heather Adams, Ph.D.
(585) 275-2808
Ichan School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, NY
Director: Barbara Coffey, M.D.
Co-Director: Wayne Goodman, M.D.
(212) 659-1677
The TAA Youth Ambassador Program brings together, trains and supports teens to advocate for and talk about Tourette and Tic Disorders in their community, with their elected officials and before their peers at school, sports leagues, scout troops, camps and after-school programs. Learn More
The TAA conducts in-service presentations around the state with various schools on an as needed basis. It can make a tremendous difference in your child’s academic experience to have the school staff educated about the many facets of TS. Learn More
Buffalo Brain and Spine Center
- Dr. David Lichter 716-631-3555
University of Rochester Medical Center (Child Neurology)
- Dr. Jonathan Mink
- Dr. Erika Augustine
- Amy Vierhile, NP – 585-275-2808
University of Rochester Medical Center (Adult Neurology)
- Dr. Kevin Biglan – (585) 341-7500
Albany Medical Center
- Dr. Charles Nichter (518) 262-6611
Schenectady, NY
- Dr. Richard Simmons (Child Neurology) 518-381-9202
Dent Neurologic Institute – Amherst, NY 716-250-2000
- Dr. Mohammed Qasaymeh (Child Neurology)
- Dr. Alex Rovner (Child Neurology) 716-404-2604
Psychologists
Tourette Syndrome Counseling Program Buffalo
- Dr. Nathan Diegelman, PH.D. 716-859-5474
Fayetteville, NY
Dr. Paul Cohen, PH.D. 315-637-9131
For full list of Medical and Allied Professionals, click here.
