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Which type of doctor can prescribe testing for a learning disability?

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Psychologist: I refer patients with suspected learning disability to psychologist for a psychological evaluation. These patients can be referred by any primary care provider.

Answered 11/15/2011

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Dr. Sari Nabulsi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Your doctor: Your pediatrician or family physician can refer your child for testing for learning disability.

Answered 7/5/2012

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Any: Any doctor can request it, but usually the tests are performed by a psychologist or a child developmentalist.

Answered 7/5/2012

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