Mary Doherty

Dr. Mary Doherty, an autistic consultant anesthetist and founder of Autistic Doctors International, passionately discusses her late diagnosis and the imperative for neurodiversity-affirming healthcare. She stresses the importance of empathy and peer support in medicine, advocating for open access in autism research and addressing sensory needs often overlooked in diagnoses. Mary highlights the need for tailored approaches in healthcare settings to improve outcomes for autistic individuals, encouraging a shift from traditional views to a more inclusive model.