Douglas L. Vanderbilt

Douglas L. Vanderbilt, MD, is a Clinical Professor at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC) and serves as the Division Chief of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics at Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). His work focuses on neurodevelopmental outcomes in high-risk infants, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and telehealth applications in pediatric care.

• Key Research Areas:
  • Developmental-behavioral pediatrics
  • Autism spectrum disorder diagnosis and disparities
  • ADHD comorbidity and treatment outcomes
  • Telehealth in developmental assessments
  • Social determinants of infant health

His recent publications highlight collaborations with the Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics Research Network (DBPNet) and CTSI, emphasizing practical applications in clinical practice and policy. He has contributed extensively to understanding the impact of environmental factors on developmental outcomes and has developed tools for measuring interprofessional care in pediatrics.

Leadership and Teaching: As Division Chief, he leads initiatives to improve early intervention systems and addresses disparities in pediatric care. His work includes educational modules for navigating school-based services and promoting optimal development through behavioral screening and family-centered care.