Melissa M. Ryan, NP
UR Medicine Faculty
The University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group
(URMFG) consists of over 900 specialist and primary care providers spanning 19
departments.
URMFG is certified by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
Accountable Health Partner
Accountable Health Partners (AHP) is a network of
over 2,000 community and UR medical faculty and a dozen leading hospitals throughout the
region. AHP offers a full range of care.
Accepting New Patients
Contact
Office
(585) 275-2986
Fax
(585) 742-4217
About Me
I'm a nationally certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who provides specialized medical care to children and teens with autism, genetic disorders, and other developmental disabilities through the Kirch Center. She has worked at the University of Rochester since 1999, and has been in Neurodevelopmen...
I'm a nationally certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who provides specialized medical care to children and teens with autism, genetic disorders, and other developmental disabilities through the Kirch Center. She has worked at the University of Rochester since 1999, and has been in Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Pediatrics since 2008. Her previous experience includes work in Golisano Children's Hospital inpatient units, cognitive behavioral neurology, and pediatric neurology.
In addition to clinical care, Ms. Ryan has been involved in research studies investigating the role of medications and behavioral interventions for children with ASD and ADHD, and regularly serves as a preceptor for trainees looking to improve their skills in the care of children with developmental disabilities. She has a great deal of expertise in the use of medications to treat seizures, tics, and challenging behaviors in children with developmental disabilities.
In addition to clinical care, Ms. Ryan has been involved in research studies investigating the role of medications and behavioral interventions for children with ASD and ADHD, and regularly serves as a preceptor for trainees looking to improve their skills in the care of children with developmental disabilities. She has a great deal of expertise in the use of medications to treat seizures, tics, and challenging behaviors in children with developmental disabilities.
Certified Specialties
Nurse Practitioner, Pediatrics - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
Credentials
Education
MS | University of Rochester. Nurse Practitioner. 2004
BS | St. John Fisher College. 2001