What you'll learn in this expert session
A parent presents with their preschooler, concerned that their child might have a problem. Could they be 'on the spectrum'? In this presentation, A/Prof Daryl Efron, Paediatrician, provides the latest recommendations on what to do next. He outlines the most appropriate questions, investigations, and assessment tools to help identify children likely to have autism spectrum disorder. Additionally, he discusses next steps, including referrals, management options, and the role of healthcare professionals in supporting, monitoring, and ensuring holistic care for these children and their families.
About the Expert
A/Prof Daryl Efron
A/Prof Daryl Efron is a Paediatrician who has worked at the Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne for 30 years. He currently holds appointments as a general paediatrician in the Department of General Medicine at the Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne, Associate Professor in the University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, and Senior Research Fellow at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute. A/Prof Efron is actively involved in research to improve treatments for children with developmental disorders such as autism, ADHD, and Tourette syndrome. He cares for children with a wide range of health concerns, from babies to teenagers, and enjoys collaborating with families to develop creative solutions to challenging problems
