Michele Chun Dehnert, MD

About us

Dr. Michele Dehnert is Director of the Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics at Staten Island University Hospital - Northwell and is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. She is board certified in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics. Dr. Dehnert evaluates and provides treatment for children and adolescents with a wide range of developmental disabilities and behavioral difficulties including delayed development (speech, motor, learning); learning problems; autism spectrum disorder; behavioral disorders (ADHD, oppositional-defiant disorder, conduct problems, depression, anxiety, tics, habit disorders); and regulatory disorders (difficulties with the following: sleep, feeding, discipline, toilet training). She is part of a team of providers that includes a second developmental pediatrician, two nurse practitioners, and a clinical psychologist. The team runs a large psychotropic medication practice, with expertise in optimizing medication management in children and adolescents with developmental disabilities. Dr. Dehnert feels privileged and honored to be part of a team of providers who will assist a child in achieving their full potential.