Our Team

Pediatric orthopaedist

The Pediatric Orthopaedist is the surgeon who specializes in the musculoskeletal system of children, including fractures, trauma, bone diseases and disorders, soft tissue impairments and pediatric spinal deformity such as scoliosis and kyphosis. They manage the problems associated with spasticity and when necessary, provide surgical interventions such as tendon lengthening or correcting a bony deformity. Our physicians offer insight into the orthopaedic issues facing both children and adults with cerebral palsy and provide treatments that minimize deformity and maximize mobility.


William L. Oppenheim, MD

 Medical Director of the Center for Cerebral Palsy, Head of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery and Professor, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery in the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine.


Albert J. Stroberg, MD

 Assistant Professor, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery in the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine.
Physiatrist
A physiatrist is a physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation using medication, education, therapy and equipment. Physiatrists treat a wide range of problems such as sore shoulder or low back pain to rehabilitation following serious injury. Rehabilitation helps individuals regain function and participate in school, work, recreation and society. The Center’s Botox clinic is directed and managed by our physiatrist.


Erika Hassan, MD

 Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Orthopaedics, in the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine
Pediatric Neurologist
A Pediatric Neurologist is a physician who specializes in disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves and muscles in children. Pediatric neurologists focus on establishing the underlying cause of neurological disorders, including cerebral palsy. They also treat the associated medical problems such as seizures, movement disorders, metabolic conditions and neurobehavioral issues.

Rebecca Hanson, MD
Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatrics
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine
California Department of Developmental Disabilities Fellow
Physical Therapist
A Physical Therapist is a health care professional trained to assess and treat movement and function. Physical therapists examine muscle range of motion, spasticity, strength and posture and assess their impact on function and mobility. Our physical therapists communicate with community therapists in the design and implementation of treatment interventions and equipment such as wheelchairs and braces. Gait studies at the Kameron Gait and Motion Analysis Laboratory are conducted by physical therapists.


Eileen Fowler, PhD, PT

 Director of Research and Education and Director of Kameron Gait and Motion Analysis Laboratory, UCLA/Orthopaedic Hospital Center for Cerebral Palsy
Faculty member, Tarjan Center at UCLA, a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities


Marcia B. Greenberg MS, PT

 Clinical Coordinator, UCLA/Orthopaedic Hospital Center for Cerebral Palsy
Occupational Therapist
An Occupational Therapist is a health care professional who provides skilled treatment to help individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives. Occupational therapists give people the "skills for the job of living" necessary for independent and satisfying lives. Our occupational therapist assesses and makes recommendations for treatment of fine and gross motor skills, feeding and oral-motor development, computer use, dressing, bathing and other activities of daily living.


Nicole Rostoker, OTR/L

 Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation Services, NICU and Pediatrics, UCLA Medical Center
Clinical Psychologist
A Clinical Psychologist is a health care professional who is trained to address the emotional needs of an individual. In a health care setting, psychologists help patients and their family members adjust to having a medical condition, identify any factors that might improve or hinder treatment, and most importantly, assist in maximizing quality of life. Our psychologist helps individuals continually adjust to the impact cerebral palsy has on their lives and their family. She also consults, as needed, to schools, social service agencies and other organizations to ensure that individuals with cerebral palsy get the resources that they need from the community.


Patrice Yasuda, PhD

 Assistant Clinical Professor, Medical Psychology, Neuropsychiatric Institute and Hospital, UCLA Medical Center
Nutritionist
A Nutritionist is a registered dietician who evaluates a person’s nutritional status and provides nutritional counseling and follow-up. If necessary, she may refer a patient to an outside resource to obtain additional information or assistance in nutrition-related areas.


Donna Perkins, MS, RD

 Clinical Dietician, UCLA Medical Center