There are many types of medical providers and therapists who work with individuals affected by autism or other intel lectual/developmental disabilities. \; Neurologists\, psychiatrists\, developmental pediatricians\, occupational therapists\, and speech therapi sts are among the most well-known. \; You may be familiar with these t itles\, but do you actually know what they do? \; And did you know tha t there are other professionals\, such as physiatrists\, who also provide valuable services?
\nDuring this panel discussion\, each professiona l will present an overview of their field. \; You will learn how they work\, the ways in which their service benefits the patient\, and the inta ke process for new patients. \; The panel will feature:
\nSpecialist in restorative movement and function for chi ldren and young adults with disabilities or injuries.
\nKey credenti als: \;Ignation Scholarship Recipient\, Board Certified in Pediatric R ehabilitation Medicine\, Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabili tation
\nEnsures children and young adults m eet their appropriate nutrient needs. Helps manage patients with picky eat ing\, overweight/obesity\, failure to thrive\, tube feeds\, etc. \;
\nKey Credentials: Masters of Science\, Registered Dietician
\nSupports children\, young adults and their families with varying needs and abilities\, do the things they love to do or need to do in their everyday life to their greatest potential. \;
\nK ey credentials: \;Specialization in Pediatrics\, Certified Autism Spec trum Disorder Clinical Specialist Certification\, Impact Concussion Manage ment Certification
\nSupports children\ , young adults and their families in solving everyday problems and achievi ng the greatest level of independence and pride in daily living activities . \; \;
\nKey credentials: \;Participant in feeding tea m evaluations\, intensive program developer and Certified Neuro-developmen tal Treatment (NDT) Therapist. NDT \;focuses on improving mobility and function\, particularly for individuals with strokes\, cerebral palsy\, o r head trauma. \;
\nSupports families in navig ating challenges through support\, resources\, guidance and compassion.
\nKey credentials: President and founder Beach Days for All\, a non-pr ofit founded to create safe and accessible beach experiences for people wi th disabilities. \;Recipient of Special Congressional Recognition cert ificate.
\nQ&\;A sessions will be held at the end o f the presentation and at the conclusion of the program.
\nProfe ssional Development Certificates will be offered at the conclusion of this workshop.
\nhttps://theoceancountylibrary.libnet.info/event/16917 637 URL;VALUE=URI:https://theoceancountylibrary.libnet.info/event/16917637 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR