Developmental Disorders and Autism Patient Stories

Read inspiring stories of hope from patients and families treated at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

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Madison Stays on Track Thanks to Virtual Appointments with Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists

Like many parents who have had to adjust to a new normal due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, Joanna Glazer worried how her daughter Madison Glazer, age 10, would stay on track with her studies and therapy sessions with social distancing. Read this story.

Patrick's Autism Success Story

Patrick was diagnosed with autism when he was 18 months old. Eighteen months later, through a series of therapies at Nicklaus Children's Hospital Dan Marino, Patrick is able to talk and interact with others. Read this story.