Better Knowledge for a Better Tomorrow

Informed medical care for the entire autism community

No human being can reach their potential without basic health and wellness. The Autism Knowledge Gateway (AKG) is unifying the entire autism community around a fundamental need – better basic healthcare for autistic people. Through an AI-driven technology hub, AKG is putting peer-reviewed medical research at the center of autism care, ensuring more timely and effective treatment of autism’s many comorbidities. Learn more about our mission.

THE PROBLEM WE SOLVE

Medical professionals and parents need access to peer-reviewed research and medically proven interventions for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and being armed with this information will empower the delivery of effective and informed medical care to people living with ASD.

The Autism Knowledge Gateway (AKG) is a centralized AI-enabled library and collaboration hub for autism research and resources that is readily available to parents and medical professionals of all specialties.

95% of autistic people have at least one comorbid health condition.

Only 13% of surveyed providers feel equipped with the necessary tools and resources.

ASD individuals seem to be at higher risk of death due to injury.

Healthcare spending is 6-11 times higher than non-autistic peers.

Research & Support for Autism Care

  • Patients & Caregivers

    Get clear answers from trusted sources. Access the same research that doctors use, written in plain language. Connect with other families in member-only discussion groups. Join online sessions where medical experts explain new research and answer your questions.

  • Healthcare Professionals

    Find the latest autism research in seconds. Our medical experts have gathered thousands of research papers in one easy-to-search place. Talk privately with other healthcare providers about patient cases and new treatments. Join live online meetings each month to learn from autism specialists.

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Bringing the Autism Community Together to Champion Better Basic Healthcare for Autistic Individuals

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    “The only reason my children are comfortable today is because our doctor took the initiative to uncover and treat the things that were physiologically wrong. It’s imperative that we make this more of a standard practice for people living with autism.”

    Casandra Oldham, Director of Autism Programs

  • Keri Schoenbrun, Director of Development

    “My son’s seizures felt like so many other aspects of autism - misunderstood. Because the abnormalities in his EEG were not ‘consistent with epilepsy,’ many doctors threw up their hands. Through a more comprehensive lens, we were able to identify issues with his autonomic nervous system, helping us to get these episodes mostly under control.”

    Keri Schoenbrun, Director of Development

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    “It’s our hope that this project, this platform, advances science and knowledge in the community so we can get past the arguments and get to sharing information and improving the quality of life and standard of care for these kids.”

    Bill Oldham, Founder

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    “Whether you’re a clinician, researcher, or parent, having the ability to scour the peer-reviewed literature, the standard in medicine, what people think is reputable, and have it at your fingertips and do it in a way that is quick is very exciting in a lot of ways.”

    Dr. Chris D’Adamo, Scientific Director and Principal Investigator, Documenting Hope

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    “Some of the common things we use in pediatric populations we cannot use in children with autism.”

    Dr. Deepa Menon, Assistant Medical Director- Center for Autism & Related Disorders at Kennedy Krieger Institute

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Become part of the solution!

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Join Our Pilot Program

Be among the first to access our AI-powered knowledge hub and help shape the future of autism healthcare. Your participation will directly influence the development of this groundbreaking platform.

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Support Our Mission

Every contribution, whether through participation or support, brings us closer to our goal. Your donation helps us build and maintain this vital resource for the autism community. Together, we can ensure that quality healthcare information reaches those who need it most.

Make a Difference Today

Listen to our podcast: Conversations with Casandra

Hosted by Casandra Oldham, Director of Autism Programs at the Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI) and mother of two sons with autism, the podcast dives into honest conversations about the medical, emotional and practical realities of autism care.

Rooted in science but grounded in lived experience, Conversations with Casandra seeks to unite the autism community around one essential truth:

No human being can reach their potential without basic health and wellness.

Through open dialogue and shared insight, the podcast aims to empower families, inform clinicians and elevate the conversation around better medical care for autistic individuals.