The Medical Autism Clinic (MAC), located at Children’s of Alabama in Birmingham, serves children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).

The clinic was developed by a team of doctors dedicated to providing excellence in medical care for those who have Autism Spectrum Disorders. Our clinic does not replace care (regular check-ups) that your child receives from your pediatrician or health center. Rather, we assist your child’s doctor by offering a variety of unique evaluations with special attention to areas that may be affected by autism. Included in these evaluations are some tests that may not have been previously performed in your pediatrician’s office.

MAC appointments are made for children who have been diagnosed with an ASD by their physician or other professional and have been referred to our clinic for additional evaluation. We may need to schedule two separate visits to complete the assessment. Prior to the evaluation, our nurse coordinator will call to help you prepare for the visit and answer any questions you might have.

Through the Medical Autism Clinic, your child may see specialists for comprehensive medical assessment, including:

• Motor evaluation (if needed)
• Genetic evaluation
• Feeding evaluation
• Speech evaluation
• Sleep evaluation

• Behavioral referral
• Hearing test

Tips for MAC visits

1. Expect the visit to last three or four hours. Plan accordingly for lunch, your child’s nap, etc.
2. You may want to bring your spouse or a friend to help you watch your child.
3. Bring snacks or favorite toys to keep your child comfortable.
4. Wear comfortable clothes as you may need to sit on the floor or move from room to room.
5. Bring a list of questions, concerns, or comments about child to share with the doctor or other members of the Medical Autism team.
6. Let your child know you are coming to see different doctors.

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