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Please Save the Date for May 14, 2026!
Developmental Pediatrics at Children’s Hospital Colorado is looking to expand their already active partnerships with Primary Care Providers to support autistic youth and their families across the state of Colorado. We are excited to offer our 2nd Annual Autism Extravaganza in Glenwood Springs! Join us for this interactive, full-day workshop to build knowledge and skills and strengthen our community partnerships.
The Autism Extravaganza equips primary care providers with practical tools and knowledge to identify, diagnose, and manage autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and its common co-occurring conditions within the primary care setting. With the rising prevalence of autism and limited access to subspecialty care, providers are increasingly expected to take a more active role in autism care. This course addresses key gaps in training and confidence by offering evidence-based guidance on screening, diagnosis, behavioral management, medication, and family support, empowering providers to deliver comprehensive, informed care within the medical home.
Target Audience
Primary care providers, including pediatricians, family medicine physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants involved in the care of children and adolescents.
Learning Objectives
1| Describe the diagnostic criteria for pediatric autism as outlined in DSM 5
2| Describe diagnostic criteria to be assessed during structured interviews and observations
3| Identify common resource pathways for different presentations of autism
4| Apply individualized therapeutic recommendations and medical management of co-occurring conditions
Additional Information
| Attachment | Size |
|---|---|
 Autism Extravaganza Brochure May 14 COS - AA Final.docx | 3.4 MB |
Thursday, May 14, 2026
This year we will be featuring two distinct tracks full of new educational content!
8:00 am - Continental Breakfast - Welcome
8:15-9:15 - What is Autism; An Introduction to Neurodiversity (Drs. Angulo, Coan, Hayutin)
9:30-10:15 - Early Intervention (Drs. Deer, Louderman) OR Conducting an Autism Interview Part 1 (Drs. Angulo, Coan)
10:15-11:00 - Autism and Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions (Drs. Hayutin, Losh, Varnet) OR Conducting an Autism Interview Part 2 (Drs. Angulo, Wilson)
11:15-12 - Autism and Co-Occurring Medical Conditions (Dr. Dreyer, NP Parrillo) OR Providing and Documenting Diagnosis (Drs. Angulo, Coan)
12:00 pm - Lunch (provided)
12:45-1:30 - Behavior Management/Irritability (Drs. Coan, Dreyer)
1:30-2:30 – Working with Military Families (Sarah McSwegin, Matt Ecklund, Gemma Smith)
2:30-3:30 - Resources and Next Steps (Sarah McSwegin, Matt Ecklund, Gemma Smith)
3:30-4:15 - Stories of Lived Experience (Mediated by Dr. Coan)
Closing Remarks, Evaluation and Adjourn
5:00: Networking Happy Hour – Colorado Mountain Brewery - 600 21st Street, Suite 180, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
Presenting Faculty
Abigail Angulo, MD, MPH
Medical Director, Associate Professor
Developmental Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Colorado
Liz Coan, PsyD
Director, PCN Autism Program, Associate Professor
Developmental Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Colorado
Maritza Cobian, PsyD
Assistant Professor
Developmental Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Colorado
Joanna Dreyer, PharmD, BCPPS
Clinical Pharmacist, Instructor
Developmental Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Colorado
Sandra Friedman, MD, MPH
Director, JFK Partners, Professor
Developmental Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Colorado
Elizabeth Griffith, PhD
Associate Professor
Developmental Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Colorado
Lisa Hayutin, PhD
Associate Professor
Developmental Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Colorado
Sara Mattie, LCSW
Instructor
Developmental Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Colorado
Pat Romani, PhD, BCBA-D
Associate Professor
Developmental Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Colorado
Ann Reynolds, MD
Section Head, Professor
Developmental Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Colorado
Rebecca Wilson, MD
Chair of Psychology, Clinical Professor
Developmental Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Colorado
Children’s Hospital Colorado is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Available Credit
- 6.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 6.75 Attendance
- 6.75 Approved AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Price
Registration Required
Select Registration Fee Type - Registration is required to document your participation in the course and credit verification. Non-physician learners will get verification of attendance at a CME activity, provided they complete attendance check-in and the evaluation.
This year we will be featuring two distinct tracks full of new educational content! See below for a sample schedule of the day’s offerings:
The Planning Committee reserves the right to modify the agenda or cancel this conference in the event of an unforeseen circumstance.
Children’s Hospital Colorado sets registration fees in accordance with federal guidelines to ensure compliance with regulations governing financial relationships in healthcare.
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Join us for this Live In-Person workshop.