Early intervention dramatically impacts a child’s developmental trajectory. In eastern Washington, the wait time for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) evaluations currently can extend more than 12 months.

The clinic is part of the #WSUMedicine’s new Autism and Neurodevelopment Program, which integrates research, clinical education and community outreach.

The Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine is Washington’s community-based medical school. Named after Washington State University’s late president, Dr. Elson S. Floyd, the college was created to expand medical education and health care access in communities across the state.