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When There Is No Cure — What Does Dr Kondekar Treat?

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When There Is No Cure — What Does Dr Kondekar Treat? Prof Dr Santosh Kondekar Autism Doctor Mumbai ,  Autism doctor India 9869405747 MD DNB DCH FCPS DNB FAIMER, fellowship Pediatric neurology & Epilepsy, Diploma Developmenatl Neurology CDC Kerla  ,p rof Pediatrics T N Medical College Mumbai,  Director AAKAAR CLINIC Byculla west Mumbai  INDIA, mobile: 91-9869405747 Affiliation: Cognitive Neurosciences for Autism & ADHD, Website: www.autismdoctor.in, email: autismdrmumbai@gmail.com In conditions where cure is not possible — such as autism, cerebral palsy, genetic syndromes, neurodevelopmental disorders, and chronic neurological conditions — the role of a clinician extends far beyond treating symptoms. Dr Kondekar does not merely treat a diagnosis. He treats the human experience of living with that diagnosis. This distinction defines the philosophy of compassionate neurodevelopmental care. 1️⃣ Treating Emotional Pain — Beyond Medical Symptoms In...

Care Is Cure — Beyond the Dichotomy: Dr Kondekars Conceptual Framework for Healing in Chronic and Neurodevelopmental Conditions

Care Is Cure — Beyond the Dichotomy: A Conceptual Framework for Healing in Chronic and Neurodevelopmental Conditions Prof Dr Santosh Kondekar Autism Doctor Mumbai ,  Autism doctor India 9869405747 MD DNB DCH FCPS DNB FAIMER, fellowship Pediatric neurology & Epilepsy, Diploma Developmenatl Neurology CDC Kerla  ,p rof Pediatrics T N Medical College Mumbai,  Director AAKAAR CLINIC Byculla west Mumbai  INDIA, mobile: 91-9869405747 Affiliation: Cognitive Neurosciences for Autism & ADHD, Website: www.autismdoctor.in, email: autismdrmumbai@gmail.com Abstract The traditional distinction between care and cure represents a longstanding conceptual divide in medicine. While biomedical paradigms prioritize disease eradication, care-oriented models emphasize quality of life, adaptation, and relational wellbeing. In chronic and neurodevelopmental conditions where cure is often not achievable, this dichotomy becomes particularly significant. This article examines histor...

What do we need beyond sensory integration and OT ? MULTISENSORY SOCIAL ATTENTION INTEGRATION, Joint Attention ; Dr Kondekar focusses on Mirror-Based Engagement

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 MULTISENSORY SOCIAL ATTENTION INTEGRATION Attention, Joint Attention and Mirror-Based Engagement A Comprehensive Therapy Protocol Manual for Autism Prof Dr Santosh Kondekar Autism Doctor Mumbai ,  Autism doctor India 9869405747 MD DNB DCH FCPS DNB FAIMER,  neurodevelopmental pediatrician, fellowship Pediatric neurology & Epilepsy, www.neuropediatrician.com Diploma Developmenatl Neurology CDC Kerla  ,p rof Pediatrics T N Medical College Mumbai,  Director AAKAAR CLINIC Byculla west Mumbai  INDIA, mobile: 91-9869405747 Affiliation: Cognitive Neurosciences for Autism & ADHD, Website: www.autismdoctor.in , email: autismdrmumbai@gmail.com 1 Introduction Attention and joint attention are the foundational skills upon which language, social communication, learning, and emotional regulation develop. In children with autism, difficulties in these foundational skills are often the earliest and most persistent barriers to communication. T...