Concierge Assessments for Autism, ADHD and Developmental Delays
About Sunflower Assessments LLC
1 in 31 children in the U.S. have autism and 1 in 6 children in the U.S. have a developmental disability. It is crucial for these children to be diagnosed as early as possible in order for them to receive the therapies they need to reach their full potential. The best outcomes are seen in children that start therapies before three years old.
Unfortunately, due to the limited clinic time of general pediatricians and the significant shortage of specialist pediatricians, even after having received a positive screening for developmental delays or autism, many children remain undiagnosed for months or even years. Sunflower Assessments LLC strives to bridge this gap.
Children that receive a positive screening or are suspected of having a developmental delay or autism by the general pediatrician are referred to developmental pediatricians, neurologists and psychiatrists for comprehensive care. Many children will wait anywhere between 6 months to 2 years for these appointments. At Sunflower Assessments LLC, our goal is to provide children with evaluations for autism and developmental delays sooner, so that the child can start therapies while waiting for their appointment with the specialist physician.
Assessments and appointments are conducted at the child's home or at the child's school to reduce disruptions in the child's routine and provide them with a comfortable environment.
Can a General Pediatrician Diagnose Autism?
Due to the shortage of specialist physicians able to diagnose autism, the AAP supports the education of general pediatricians to diagnose autism using appropriate evaluations.
At Sunflower Assessments LLC, our goal is to diagnose children with autism and connect them and their families with appropriate therapies and resources while they wait for their specialist pediatrician appointment.
We do not replace your specialist pediatrician or general pediatrician.
Dr. Julia Marian is a board certified general pediatrician with a special interest in the diagnosis and management of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities. She is an alumna of the Leadership and Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities training program at the University of Arizona (ArizonaLEND).
Dr. Marian is also an educator. She started her teaching career at the University of Central Florida, where she taught at the College of Medicine as well as the College of Health Professions for over six years. She joined LECOM, Bradenton in 2022, teaching medical students in all four years of their education, across all LECOM campuses.
Dr. Marian is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a faculty member of the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners in the pediatric department.
She has also been an educational speaker on the topics of neurodevelopmental disabilities and developmental pediatrics for the American Academy of Pediatrics and Florida Osteopathic Medical Association.
Dr. Marian enjoys spending time with her family, road trips, and having fun outdoors- especially the beautiful parks and beaches in SW Florida!
Pediatric Residency: Flushing Hospital Medical Center, NY
Board Certification/s: General Pediatrics