Brugman Attention Associates: Richard Brugman, DO

Brugman Attention Associates in Gastonia, North Carolina, provides compassionate and comprehensive care for children and adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Founder and ADHD specialist R. Derek Brugman, DO, has personal insight into this challenging disorder because he and his wife and son have ADHD.

Dr. Brugman’s perspective, combined with a passion for helping others with ADHD, along with his medical training and experience, results in exceptional care for his patients. Even before he entered high school, Dr. Brugman knew he was meant to be a pediatrician. Suffering from ADHD and dyslexia, he heard parents and school advisors throughout his education tell him that his learning and behavioral problems might be obstacles too significant to overcome. However, he knew that one thing is true about people with ADHD: they can hyper-focus on what they want to achieve. 

So Dr. Brugman focused, overcame his troubles, and succeeded. That’s why he has such a passion for treating ADHD -- he lives for helping children and adults overcome their struggles and change their lives. This passion is so recognized that, over the last 25 years, Dr. Brugman has developed the reputation of being “The ADHD Doctor.”

With his concierge medicine practice, Brugman Attention Associates, Dr. Brugman provides services for a fully disclosed and set fee. With a belief in making ADHD care accessible, he offers the convenience of telemedicine appointments. Getting treatment without needing to leave home greatly reduces stress and supports each family’s journey.

Brugman Attention Associates performs psychoeducational and psychological testing, thoroughly identifying any challenges affecting each patient’s emotional, behavioral, mental, and social well-being.  

After diagnosing ADHD and any co-occurring disorders, Dr. Brugman creates personalized care plans, including medication management and comprehensive ADHD treatment.

To schedule an assessment or treatment for ADHD, call the office or use the online booking feature today.