When your child is autistic—especially when they have profound autism or neurodiversity, routine medical visits can feel anything but routine. On this episode of Inchstones, Dr. Chelsea Willie, a pediatric anesthesiologist and mom to a neurodivergent child, joins Sarah to break down how hospitals and clinics can better serve kids with autism.
From sensory overwhelm to communication challenges, Dr. Willie shares what truly helps when it comes to medical care for neurodivergent kids—and how parents can advocate for what their child needs without burning out.
Together, they talk about the small wins (INCHSTONES) that make a huge difference, the importance of trust between families and providers, and why it’s time to shift how medicine shows up for the autism community.
Whether you're parenting a child with profound autism, navigating apraxia, or just starting your neurodiversity journey, this episode is packed with wisdom, validation, and practical strategies you can use today.
Dr. Chelsea Willie is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist and Pediatric Intensivist at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
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- (00:00:00) - Pediatric Anesthesiologist on Neurodivergent Procedures
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