The
Autism Center provides patients and their families
with access to a team of professionals, making
it easier for parents or caregivers to coordinate
care between specialists. This interdisciplinary
team emphasizes early detection and the
individualized implementation of effective medical
interventions. The specialists include:
- Developmental
Pediatrician
- Pediatric
Neurologist
- Child
and Adolescent Psychiatrist
- Clinicial
Geneticist
- Immunologist
/ Allergist
- Gastroenterologist
- Psychologist
- Social
worker
- Dentist
- Family
support and information specialist
The
team is dedicated to providing comprehensive and
coordinated diagnosis, treatment and outreach
services. A team approach is effective in
caring for individuals with ASD due to the high
incidence of multiple medical problems, for example,
many ASD patients experience recurrent infection
and chronic gastrointestinal symptoms.
There
are many existing treatment options for individuals
with autism, making choices overwhelming for parents.
The Autism Center fulfills the need for
a comprehensive medical program for individuals
with autism by providing objective guidance and
care.
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The
Autism Center provides comprehensive evaluations
of neuro-behavioral, psychological and learning
strategies of children, adolescents and adults.
This includes a full range of cognitive,
educational, neuro-developmental, neuropsychological,
neuro-motor and sensory testing, as well as assessments
of self-help and adaptive capacity. New
Jersey licensed psychologists direct The Autism
Center consultation service. To facilitate
the accurate diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders,
members of the consultation team are certified
in the administration of the Autism Diagnostic
Observation Schedule (ADOS) and the Autism Diagnostic
Interview (ADI).
Download an Intake Form Here:
To Make an Appointment:
(973) 972-8930
Outreach and Family Support Services:
(973)
972-9422
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