Ep. 75 - Rethinking Autism Care in Emergency Rooms with Dr. Alexis Bromley

In this powerful episode of Autism for Badass Moms, we sit down with Dr. Alexis Bromley, an Emergency Room Doctor, wife, and mother of three boys, including Julius, her 5-year-old son diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at age 3.Alexis shares her journey as a medical professional and autism mom, shedding light on the urgent need for improved education, awareness, and accommodations for autistic individuals in emergency room settings. She is currently conducting a quality research project on Sensory Accommodations in the ER and their impact on patient care, advocating for real change in how medical professionals interact with neurodivergent patients.In this episode, we discuss:-Alexis' journey as a mom and doctor navigating the world of autism-The challenges autistic individuals face in the ER-How sensory accommodations can improve patient care-Ways parents can advocate for their children in medical settingsJoin us for this insightful and inspiring conversation with a badass autism mom who is making a difference in both the medical field and the autism community!Follow her journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.alexis_bromley and https://www.instagram.com/lexiidbromleyListen now and don’t forget to subscribe!Tag a fellow autism parent or medical professional who needs to hear this!Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/theabmpodcast