Archived Stories
Our staff, including a neurodevelopmental optometrist, a vision therapist, neurosensory specialists, R.N.’s and L.P.N.’s, and diagnostic technicians, serve patients with disorders including, but not limited to:
Dizziness, Vertigo, Chronic Headaches, Migraines, Dyslexia, Sensory Integration Disorders, Post-Concussion and Head Injury, ADD/ADHD and Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
April/May 2011
In April and May, 2011, Dr. Bohlander delivered an Inservice Training to approximately 125 K-12 teachers in the Hanover Area School District. He spoke about "Recent Advances in the Treament of Childhood Behavior Syndromes". He presented nformation about neurofeedback and vision rehabilitation therapy, and the important role that teachers can play in identifying students who may be in need of these services.
March 2011
Event: Educational Forum Series
Date: March 22, 2011
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Marts Building, Hall of Fame Room, Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre
On Tuesday, March 22 at 4:30PM, Dr. Robert W. Bohlander will speak on The Benefits of Neurofeedback in the School-Age Child. All members of the Wilkes University community and interested citizens are invited to attend. For more information about the Educational Forum Series, please contact Robert Gardner at 800WILKESU, ext. 4686 or e-mail him at robert.gardner@wilkes.edu.
For a list of all events in the series, click here.
February 2011
Event: Educational Forum Series
Date: February 1, 2011
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Marts Building, Room 214, Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre
On Tuesday, February 1 at 4:30PM, Dr. Robert W. Bohlander will speak on The Wide-Ranging Benefits of Neuro-feedback in Schools. All members of the Wilkes University community and interested citizens are invited to attend. For more information about the Educational Forum Series, please contact Robert Gardner at 800WILKESU, ext. 4686 or e-mail him at robert.gardner@wilkes.edu.
For a list of all events in the series, click here.
Cutting Edge Treatments for Autism 2010
Dr. Jeffrey Becker was asked to submit a chapter in the recently released book, Cutting Edge Treatments for Autistm 2010. Dr. Becker's chapter deals with how visual processing affects children on the autism spectrum and therapies that can help. During April, Autism Awareness Month, Dr. Becker spoke at the 5th Annual Long Island Autism Fair Sunday, April 18th, 2010.
May 2010 Travels
In May, Dr. Becker will fly to Dubai to present at the Autism Around the World Symposium 2010. Following that, he will travel to Chicago to once again present at the Autism One! Conference where the keynote speaker is actress and activist, Jenny McCarthy.
Dr. Becker is thrilled to be able to help children with autism. “I’m lucky to be able to treat children right here in Northeast Pennsylvania as well as share my expertise with families and practioners around the country and around the world. We are making so much progress in helping children with autism. Through my work at the NeuroSensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania and through my presentations and writing, I hope to be able to help many, many more.”
Free screening
Event: Free Screening
Date: May 15, 2010
Time: 9 AM - 2 PM
Location: Neurosenory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania, Kingston
On Saturday, May 15 from 9 AM – 2 PM the NeuroSensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania in Kingston, will offer free diagnostic screenings for adults and children suffering from neurosensory disorders such as migraines, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, traumatic brain injury, ADD, ADHD, autism, sensory issues and others. The screening is free and open to the public, but appointments are required and can be made by calling 570.763.0054.
The NeuroSensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania is a one-stop facility that provides painless, non-invasive testing and treatment of neurosensory disorders such as dizziness, imbalance, vertigo, chronic headaches/migraines, post-concussion syndrome, whiplash concussion, as well as attention deficit disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autistic spectrum disorders and sensory processing disorder.
Using the state-of-the-art Sensory View Diagnostic System, which is non-invasive and FDA approved, the doctors at the NeuroSensory Center are able to identify the cause of the disorder and treat the source. The system produces an integrated, graphical analysis of the patient's neurosensory system. This provides the first “evidence-based” proof of the ability to medically stabilize and improve nervous system functions.
The staff of the NeuroSensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania includes a neurodevelopmental optometrist, a neuropsychologist, a registered nurse, diagnostician and therapists. The team approach enables each patient to see the practioners most able to help him or her. In addition to certification as NeuroSensory Specialists, Dr. Jeffrey Becker, OD and Nurse Sheila Becker, RN, are trained in the Defeat Autism Now! Approach.
Dr. Robert W. Bohlander, Director of Neuropsychology Services of the NeuroSensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania, states, “We are offering these screenings to let those suffering from distress know that relief is available.”
The free screening will take a half hour. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information or to make a reservation, call 570-763-0054, email info@keystonensc.com or log onto www.keystonensc.com
"mother warriors" book discussion
Event: "Mother Warriors" Book Discussion
Date: May 14, 2010
Time: 7 PM
Location: Anthology New and Used Books, Scranton
Nurse Sheila Becker, RN, certified NeuroSensory Specialist and Defeat Autism Now! practioner will be holding a book discussion on May 14, 2010 at 7 PM, at Anthology New and Used Books, 515 Center Street (above Outrageous) in Scranton. She will be leading a discussion of "Mother Warriors." "Mother Warriors" is available at a discount from Anthology.
Nurse Becker states, “The book talks are for everyone whose life has been touched by autism — parents, teachers, grandparents, health professionals, and friends. I’m hoping that the conversation will give hope to those who have been affected by this disorder.”
Nurse Becker works with children and adults with autism and other neurosensory disorders at The NeuroSensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania in Kingston. For additional information about these talks and about autism, contact The NeuroSensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania at 570-763-0054.
Diet and Autism Treatment
Dr. Bohlander is interviewed on the effect of diet in autism treatment. Read Story...
Lupus Foundation meeting in Scranton, PA
Dr. Bohlander spoke to the Lupus Foundation meeting in Scranton, PA on April 8th. His presentation focused on the relationship between Lupus and headache, and various types of preventive and palliative treatments available.
Mt. Pocono School District
Dr. Becker addressed an audience of teachers and parents in the Mt. Pocono School District. He spoke about the importance of good visual functioning in children, and the issue of impaired learning due ot visual dysfunction.
St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem, PA.
Jeffrey Becker, O.D., and Robert Bohlander, Ph.D. of the NeuroSensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania recently gave an invited address to staff at St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem, PA. The audience included a group of 20 Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists, and Dr. Robert Coni, Neurologist for St. Luke's Neurological Associates. The Doctors spoke about the services offered to head injury and stroke patients by the NeuroSensory Center. The address also included information about neuroplasticity in the visual system following neurological damage.
Wilkes-Barre Kiwanis Club
Jeffrey Becker, O.D., and Robert Bohlander, Ph.D. of the NeuroSensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania recently gave an invited address to the Wilkes-Barre Kiwanis Club at a luncheon meeting at Genetti’s Best Western Hotel and Conference Center in Wilkes-Barre, PA. A question and answer period followed the doctors’ presentation about neurosensory disorders, their diagnosis, and their treatment.
WVIA-TV’s “Call The Doctor”
Drs. Becker and Bohlander recently appeared on WVIA-TV’s “Call The Doctor” program as part of a panel of experts discussing migraine headaches.
Opening of the NeuroSensory Center, PA
Wilkes University psychology professor Robert Bohlander, Ph.D. and the NeuroSensory Centers of America™, Inc. (NSCA) are pleased to announce the opening of the NeuroSensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania. Located in Kingston, it is the first NeuroSensory Center in the Eastern Region of the United States. Read Story...
Renowned author links diet to autism treatment
Dr. Lisa Lewis pointed to the slide behind her on the wall. It listed a variety of symptoms, including communication deficiencies, self-absorption, bizarre preoccupations, rocking or repetitive movements, and laughing or giggling at inappropriate times. Read Story...