Supporting autistic doctors in primary care: challenging the myths and misconceptions
Mary Doherty, Mona Johnson, Carole Buckley
Abstract
From 2014 to 2017 autism was championed by the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP). A suite of resources were developed to support GPs in their care of autistic patients.1 Engagement on this topic allowed the RCGP and GPs to be represented in national policy and guideline development. The RCGP continues to promote proper care of autistic patients, their families, and carers. In its position statement on the subject in June 20162 it recognised the essential role general practice plays in caring for this community, their families, and carers. It committed to promoting evidence-based training on autism, and to sign-posting resources that enable equitable access by this group to primary health care.