Autism Integrated Care Program
At Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), we recognize that learning your child may have or has autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be overwhelming.
The Autism Integrated Care Program is here to help. Our leading autism experts offer accurate diagnosis and follow-up care. We understand that as a child on the spectrum grows, their needs may change, and our treatment will adapt as well.
We are active across all of CHOP as we also:
- Create a positive hospital experience for children with ASD and their families
- Offer specialty care and interventions for children with ASD
- Provide resources for families, primary care physicians and community providers
How we serve you
Our care begins with an accurate diagnosis, which includes distinguishing autism from other conditions with similar symptoms.
Why choose us
Each year, our program evaluates 300-plus new patients and provides follow-up care to more than 3,000 children with ASD in the CHOP Care Network. Our experience ensures your child will receive the care they need.
Meet your team
Our team of autism spectrum disorder experts includes physicians, psychologists, nurse practitioners, and behavior, occupational and speech therapists.
Our locations
We see children in the Center for Advanced Behavioral Healthcare, at 4601 Market St., and the CHOP Specialty Care Center, at 3550 Market St., in Philadelphia.
Our research
Improving diagnosis and treatment of ASD is important to us. Review a list of featured clinical research studies currently enrolling children at CHOP.
Autism Integrated Care Program resources
We have created resources to help you find answers to your questions autism spectrum disorder and feel confident with the care you are providing your child.
Patient stories
Your child's autism evaluation
See the steps to scheduling an appointment and learn about the evaluation process.