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The Limb Loss and Preservation Registry (LLPR) is at the forefront of improving patient care for those affected by limb loss and limb difference. As the number of individuals living with limb loss in the U.S. is projected to exceed 3.6 million by 2050, it is crucial to address the evolving healthcare needs of this growing population. To tackle this challenge, LLPR has published a comprehensive white paper, "Limb Loss and Preservation Registry (LLPR): Enhancing Patient Care Through Comprehensive Data Collection"—a resource that delves into the power of data to improve treatment outcomes and equity in healthcare.
Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI), a not-for-profit organization that works at the nexus of science, technology and public health, proudly announces April as Healthcare Thought Leadership and Innovation Month—a dedicated time to highlight transformative ideas, groundbreaking research and innovative programs that are shaping the future of healthcare and advancing healthcare solutions for underserved populations.
Enthusiastic response from clinicians attending the 2025 meeting of the Medical Academy of Pediatrics and Special Needs (MAPS) to participate in the AKG pilot program
TLI continues advancing the Autism Knowledge Gateway (AKG) mission to improve healthcare for autistic individuals by bridging medical research and clinical practice. We commend the MAPS team for their overwhelming support of AKG and reaffirmed our commitment to collaboration at the MAPS 2025 Spring Conference. Represented by Casandra Oldham, Director of Autism Programs, and Keri Schoenbrun, Director of Development, TLI engaged with over 400 dedicated practitioners—the largest gathering in MAPS history—alongside an impressive array of exhibitors, strengthening our shared goal of enhancing care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and related conditions.
This conference not only deepened our understanding of the challenges at hand but also highlighted a wave of enthusiasm among medical professionals striving to improve the lives of autistic individuals.
Casandra Oldham, Director of Autism Programs at the Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI), shares her experiences as a mother of two children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Gareth, currently 20, and Korlan, currently 18.
In this monthly Q&A series, Casandra reflects on the evolving challenges of raising children with ASD, discussing how her goals and approaches have changed as her sons have grown. She also sheds light on broader societal and systemic obstacles affecting families like hers.
Casandra is open to receiving questions and concerns of parents who are struggling with similar issues, especially as youngsters with autism age into adulthood. TLI also invites readers to submit topics they would like to see covered throughout this blog series.
With the launch of the Autism Knowledge Gateway (AKG), parents, physicians, researchers and scientists can access a centralized hub consolidating over 40,000 peer-reviewed research articles on autism-related medical care.
Casandra Oldham, Director, Autism Programs, Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI), shares her experiences as a mother of two children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Gareth currently age 20 and Korlan currently age 18.
In this monthly Q&A series, Casandra discusses the emotional and practical aspects of sharing her sons’ diagnoses with family, friends and her broader support network.
Casandra is open to receiving questions and concerns of parents who are struggling with similar issues, especially as youngsters with autism age into adulthood. TLI also invites readers to reach out with topics they would like to see covered on this blog series.
With the launch of the Autism Knowledge Gateway (AKG), parents, physicians, researchers and scientists can access a centralized hub consolidating thousands of peer-reviewed research articles on autism-related medical care.
The New York Times recently published an opinion piece, “The Robot Doctor Will See You Now,” with a compelling perspective on how the combined “abilities of doctors and A.I. would be the best of both worlds, leading to more accurate diagnoses and more efficient care.” The article’s authors, Pranav Rajpurkar and Eric J. Topol, then share a series of studies that begin to paint a picture of what an effective AI-physician partnership could look like -- with AI doing the heavy lifting on reviewing, assessing and prioritizing information relative to a patient’s case, and physicians leveraging AI’s output to do what they do best – interacting with patients, making decisions and treating.
For those of us dedicated to improving the healthcare outcomes for autistic patients, it is hard to imagine a better use case for the power of AI to improve health outcomes than the complex and often chaotic world of treating the many comorbidities that autistic patients live with. TLI launched The Autism Knowledge Gateway (AKG) as a first step towards addressing these complex needs, but the vision set out by Rajpurkar and Topol is a reminder of AI’s ever-changing promise and what we need to do on the way to achieving its real benefits.
At the Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI), we are proud to join the American Macular Degeneration Foundation (AMDF) in raising awareness of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) through Access in Sight! AMD Advocacy and Action Week. Taking place during the last week of February, this important initiative is part of Low Vision Awareness Month, which focuses on educating the public about vision health and empowering individuals to take charge of their well-being.
Casandra Oldham, Director, Autism Programs, Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI), shares her experiences as a mother of two children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Gareth currently age 20 and Korlan currently age 18.
In this monthly Q&A series, Casandra discusses the emotional and practical aspects of navigating communication with healthcare providers and managing complex medical needs for her sons.
Casandra is open to receiving questions and concerns of parents who are struggling with similar issues, especially as youngsters with autism age into adulthood. TLI also invites readers to reach out with topics they would like to see covered on this blog series.
Casandra Oldham, Director, Autism Programs, Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI), shares her experiences as a mother of two children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Gareth currently age 20 and Korlan currently age 18.
In this monthly Q&A series, Casandra discusses the emotional and practical aspects of sharing her sons’ diagnoses with family, friends and her broader support network.
Casandra is open to receiving questions and concerns of parents who are struggling with similar issues, especially as youngsters with autism age into adulthood. TLI also invites readers to reach out with topics they would like to see covered on this blog series.
With the launch of the Autism Knowledge Gateway (AKG), parents, physicians, researchers and scientists can access a centralized hub consolidating over 40,000 peer-reviewed research articles on autism-related medical care.
We’re thrilled to share that the Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI) was recently featured in Forbes. The Role of Telehealth and Technology in Providing Autism Care. This full-length feature article highlights groundbreaking advancements in autism care, including the thoughtful perspectives of Keri Schoenbrun, Development Director, TLI who has a leadership position in the TLI Autism Program. Keri is quoted throughout, offering valuable insights into the critical role TLI plays in harnessing data and technology to bridge gaps in access and improve patient outcomes.