What is a MAPS doctor?

Their mission is to prepare medical professionals in delivering the best possible care to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other special needs conditions. They help families assess and treat co-morbid conditions that can greatly improve the daily lives of individuals with autism.
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How do I know if my child needs one? The MAPS program was created by leading physicians, scientists, researchers and experts in the area of pediatric special needs, environmental medicine, GI issues, pediatrics, neurological disorders, genetics, nutrition and mitochondrial dysfunction, etc.
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How can I find a MAPS doctor? You can contact the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS) program directly. https://www.medmaps.org/about-us/ Some parents at support groups can also recommend one they see for their child.
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Funding: Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) is a national non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating, empowering and supporting families affected by autism. They offer a scholarship for families who need their child to be seen by a MAPS doctor but cannot afford to do so. https://tacanow.org/family-scholarship-program/
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What is DAN? DAN stands for Defeat Autism Now! DNA doctors focus on nutritional supplements including vitamins, minerals, amino aids and essential fatty acids. They gluten free or dairy free diets. Testing for hidden food allergies. Treat the patient for intestinal bacterial/yeast overgrowth. They can prescribe testing and detoxify the patient of heavy metals. *As of 2011, the Autism Research Institute (ARI) "Defeat Autism Now!" does not accurately describe the medical approach to understanding and treating autism, ARI will no longer use of the DAN! name.https://www.autism.org/mission-statement/ In the future, biannual conferences will simply be called ARI Conferences.
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MAPS Providers:
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​​Woodlands Healing Research Center
Where: 5724 Clymer Rd, Quakertown, PA 18951
Call: (215) 536-1890
Website: www.woodmed.com