Podcasts

March 22, 2023

Episode 5 – Impact of Special Olympics on Inclusive Health and Well-Being of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

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In this episode we interview Dr. Rolanda Gott, professor of Pediatrics at UCLA School of Medicine. Dr. Gott’s clinical interest and expertise is in evaluation and treatment of children with autism. Dr. Gott is proactive in expanding training for medical students and other trainees on inclusive health for individuals with Developmental disabilities. In collaboration with Special Olympics International, Dr. Gott has developed Healthy Start toolkit funded by CDC. This online toolkit provides information and support for caregivers with a newly diagnosed child with Global Developmental Delay or Intellectual Disability.

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The UCLA Tarjan Center’s podcast features Q&A-style discussions with speakers from our Distinguished Lecture Series. Hosted by Kecia Weller, Senior Disability Rights Advocate, and Holly Oliver, Disability Rights Advocate, the podcast aims to make this content more accessible to our community. The lecture series is designed to expand awareness of emerging research and interventions, highlight disparities impacting underserved populations, and explore how public policies and practices influence the inclusion and well-being of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.