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3 years ago

They helped me back in 1978 when my parents didn't...

They helped me back in 1978 when my parents didn't know why my mental functions weren't developing. I do have a slight case of autism, but with their recommendations I got the help I needed in school and now am able to live a normal life.

D
3 years ago

Great

S
3 years ago

That's is a great research facility in Madison. Th...

That's is a great research facility in Madison. They work hard to better understand children. The space Could be a little more inviting to children. The American Family children center is very very welcoming and I would love to see this center have more children's features throughout.

D
3 years ago

Had a great experience with one doctor, who retire...

Had a great experience with one doctor, who retired. Unfortunately the geneticist who replaced him did an exam on two of my children that was cursory at best. Didn t even have them disrobe, no measurements, nothing. Compared to my exam it was a joke. My eldest daughter has been waiting five years for an appointment, they lost her place on the waiting list twice. About ready to lawyer up. Unprofessional and a joke. Seems to me they only care about patients they can use in whatever research studies they are involved in.

K
3 years ago

Great place. All of the staff my child and I have ...

Great place. All of the staff my child and I have encountered have been professional, nice and accommodating. Parking is pretty easy and labeled. Located in a close spot to other UW buildings.

K
3 years ago

My mom called to get her genetic testing results f...

My mom called to get her genetic testing results fax to another hospital and they were very rude, unfriendly and unhelpful! Lots of "Maybe" "I don't know when" "If we have time". After dealing with UWM who were amazing, this has set back our future appointment.

S
3 years ago

We have made countless visits to The Waisman Cente...

We have made countless visits to The Waisman Center since 2015. Exceptional wrap around care for our son. Jaden is on the autism spectrum and sees DR. Janet Lainhart (Pediatric Physchiatrist). The Communication Aids & Systems Clinic (CASC). And the Clinical Genetics Center.

J
3 years ago

It is a good place, but the parking isnt. You have...

It is a good place, but the parking isnt. You have to park then you have to go inside and get a parking pass.. it should be that if you have appointments they need to send the parking pass in the mail so you know where you are able to park so you dont get any tickets or your vehicle gets towed.. and so if you are like me and have a baby and must always keep tons of things she needs with me, it is such an invonvience to constantly carry her plus everything she needs and on top of it to have to do it more than once just because it is easier for them.. yeah lets make a pregnant woman who has to carry a baby and all of her babys things carry them more than what is needed..

S
4 years ago

This place is wonderful and I have so many great t...

This place is wonderful and I have so many great things to say about this place!!! They have been a tremendous help with my kids regarding their disabilities and genetic disorders. All of the staff and doctors have been so friendly and very helpful with anything we may have needed. I would highly recommend this place to anyone that needs help regarding any disability or genetic disorder!!!

P
4 years ago

Today's visit didn't as planned due to unexpected ...

Today's visit didn't as planned due to unexpected behavior issues but I did felt comfortable with our sons therapist who is helping him gain access to a talking tablet. This would be a HUGE achievement for my son. It would again open more doors for him. Having a non verbal child is tough when communication isn't clear. We never know if his head hurts or if he is sad. This tablet would change so much. For my son. For us. Thank you Weismann Center for truly caring about the patients and their families. #autismlife

About The Waisman Center

The Waisman Center is a renowned research and service center located in Madison, Wisconsin. The center is dedicated to advancing knowledge about human development, developmental disabilities, and neurodegenerative diseases through cutting-edge research, clinical services, training programs, and outreach activities.

COVID-19 Resources:

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, The Waisman Center has developed a range of resources to support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families during these challenging times. These resources include online support groups for parents and caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), virtual therapy sessions for individuals with ASD or other developmental disabilities who are experiencing anxiety or stress related to the pandemic, and educational materials on how to stay safe during the pandemic.

Your Gift Makes a Difference:

The Waisman Center relies on the generosity of donors like you to continue its important work. Your gift can help fund groundbreaking research into the causes of developmental disabilities and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. It can also help provide critical treatment and services to individuals with these conditions as well as their families.

John D. Wiley Seminar Series:

The John D. Wiley Seminar Series is an ongoing series of lectures featuring leading experts in the fields of neuroscience, genetics, psychology, education, social work, public health, law enforcement etc., who share their latest findings on topics related to human development and disability studies.

Upcoming seminar - Carlos Portera-Cailliau:

On September 09th 2021 at 4:00 PM CDT Carlos Portera-Cailliau will be presenting his lecture titled "Cortical Interneuron Hypofunction as a Target for Therapy". Dr.Portera-Cailliau is an MD/PhD from Columbia University Medical Center where he studied under Nobel Laureate Eric Kandel before completing his residency in Neurology at UCSF followed by postdoctoral training at UCLA where he focused on developing new imaging techniques that allow researchers unprecedented access into brain function at high resolution.


In conclusion,

The Waisman Center is an exceptional institution that has made significant contributions towards understanding human development while providing essential services for those affected by neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Neurodegenerative Diseases like Alzheimer's Disease or Parkinson's Disease. With your support through donations or attending seminars like John D.Wiley Seminar Series you can help advance our understanding further while making a difference in people’s lives who seek our help!

The Waisman Center

The Waisman Center

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