What is telemedicine? Telemedicine is a telecommunication and medical technology that allows a healthcare professional to diagnose, treat, and manage patients who are in remote areas. Telemedicine in Texas has been growing in popularity and for a good reason. Telemedicine is an effective way to provide care in places where it’s difficult or expensive to have […]
Did you know that 1 out of 54 children in the United States has Autism Spectrum Disorder, with numbers on the rise? As Autism becomes more prevalent, it’s important to remain aware of early signs of ASD in your child. For example, boys are 4 times more likely to be diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder […]
As a parent, suspecting your child has autism is a difficult thing to go through. It can be especially difficult if you aren’t familiar with autism and you’re worried about what it might mean for your child. The first step towards helping any child with autism is to get a professional diagnosis. You can do […]
According to the CDC, about 1 in 54 children in the United States has autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Yet, we’re still behind on understanding the ins and outs of the disease and its progression. But, developmental pediatricians spend a lot of time studying conditions like autism. And, they’re helpful in treating and caring for autism spectrum disorders. Luckily, […]
Awareness of autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) has increased a lot in the last decade. However, there are still a lot of gaps in the way people understand them. We often talk about high vs low levels of functioning in autism, but what do those terms actually mean? Is it really that simple? In short, no. There’s […]