Pediatric Neuropsychology
Dr. Alaa Sakallah specializes in Pediatric Neuropsychology and serves at our Golden Valley and Coon Rapids locations.
She has honed her skills in diagnosing and managing the neuropsychological impacts of medical conditions on children, bringing focused expertise in this challenging field.
Dr. Sakallah completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Minnesota Masonic Institute of the Developing Brain, following an internship at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Fluent in both English and Arabic, Dr. Sakallah is adept at caring for a diverse patient population. She chose the Minneapolis Clinic of Neurology for the opportunity to directly engage with patients and their families, offering insights into how their medical conditions influence cognitive and behavioral functions.
Dr. Sakallah’s passion for her specialty stems from a fascination with the complex relationships between the brain, behavior, and thinking skills, and she is committed to leveraging this understanding to improve patient outcomes.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Sakallah enjoys reading, traveling, and exploring culinary delights. She is an enthusiastic culinary explorer, constantly seeking out new and exciting eateries within the Twin Cities. Her philosophy on health emphasizes adaptability, advocating for tailored wellness strategies that evolve with life’s changes, incorporating physical activity, balanced nutrition, sufficient sleep, and effective stress management.
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