Getting an autism evaluation in metro Atlanta usually means a wait — the region''s major centers are in high demand, and it''s common to be on a list for months. Starting early and in more than one place helps.
Atlanta is also home to some of the strongest autism diagnostic resources in the country. Marcus Autism Center is one of the largest autism centers in the U.S. and has worked specifically to shorten time-to-diagnosis, including with FDA-authorized early-diagnosis tools.
You don''t have to wait idle. Georgia''s Babies Can''t Wait early-intervention program can start services based on developmental need — no diagnosis required — while an evaluation is pending.
Part of Children''s Healthcare of Atlanta and affiliated with Emory; one of the largest autism centers in the U.S., serving roughly 5,000 children a year, with multidisciplinary evaluations and FDA-authorized early-diagnosis technology.
Visit siteEmory''s assessment clinic evaluates autism and complex developmental concerns from toddlerhood through adulthood using gold-standard instruments, in person and virtually.
Visit siteGeorgia''s early-intervention program offering free evaluations and sliding-scale services for children under 3 with no diagnosis required; can refer families to autism screening.
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