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Autism and IDD Professionals Panel Discussion Coming to the Toms River Library

Autism and IDD Professionals Panel Discussion Coming to the Toms River Library

(Smolowitz, Wendi)

TOMS RIVER – There are many types of medical providers and therapists who work with those affected by autism or other intellectual/developmental disabilities. Do you know who they are and what they do? Find out during a panel discussion from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, September 24 at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library.

You have likely heard of neurologists, psychiatrists, developmental pediatricians, occupational therapists, and speech therapists. During this panel discussion, each professional will present an overview of their field. Learn how they work, how their service benefits the patient, and the intake process for new patients.

The panel will include:

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·Dr. Marykatherine Nutini, Children’s Specialized Hospital Physiatrist

·Rebecca Magno, Children’s Specialized Hospital Registered Dietician

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·Kelly Byrne, Children’s Specialized Hospital Occupational Therapist

·Megan LaFontaine, Children’s Specialized Hospital Occupational Therapist

·Jessica Krill, Children’s Specialized Hospital Family Faculty

A Q&A session will be held at the conclusion of the program.

Professional Development Certificates will be offered at the conclusion of this workshop.

Registration is required for this free program. To register, visit tinyurl.com/PanelTR, call 732-349-6200, or stop by the branch at 101 Washington Street.

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