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POSTPONED Autism Spectrum Disorder and the CRC Guidelines POSTPONED

Date: 01-04-2020 18:30:00 to 20:30


Where & When

THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED DUE TO CURRENT COVID-19 ISSUE

Mudgee Medical Centre

145 Church St
Mudgee

RSVP: 24 March 2020

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a common disorder.  Presentation varies with age and comorbidities and assessment services are often limited with long waiting times. This education session will review the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and management regarding the Australian Guidelines published in 2018.  The role of the GP, Allied Health, Paediatricians and Diagnostic Assessment Services will be discussed in respect to alternate working models including the use of telehealth to provide more timely diagnosis provided closer to home.

Presented by: Dr Vanessa Sarkozy, Developmental Paediatrician

6.30pm - Registration/Light Refreshments (provided)

6.55pm - Welcome

7.00pm - Education Presentation & Case Study Discussion

8.00pm - Interactive Discussion/Q&A

8.30pm - Evaluation and Close


  • Review ASD epidemiology, aetiology and diagnosis
  • Explore CRD guidelines and relevant to General Practice in a rural setting
  • Guide families through the diagnostic maze
  • Identify the role of screening and surveillance in early diagnosis and intervention to promote better long-term health outcomes

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