Tips of the Day - Doctor Visits

• Apply for medical assistance; children with autism are usually eligible regardless of their parents’ income.
• Find a doctor experienced with autism who is current on the latest developments in the field.
• Look for a doctor who is flexible and has confidence in you as a parent.
• Look for a doctor who will look at and talk to your child, even if your child is non-verbal.
• Bring your child to the doctor’s office at a non-busy time to familiarize him with the waiting area and exam room.
• To help your child understand what will happen at his doctor’s or dentist appointment, read him a picture book about what happens at the doctor’s office.
• If possible, bring another adult to your child’s appointment to watch your child while you talk to the doctor.

_{*Tips taken from "The Child with Autism Series" by Kathy Labosh}