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Dr James Best

General Practitioner; Chair of the RACGP Child and Young Person’s Health Specific Interests network
Dr James Best is an award-winning GP who developed a special interest in autism, after his youngest son Sam was diagnosed in 2004. In 2017 his book, Sam’s Best Shot, chronicled a 6-month backpacking journey he and Sam undertook around Africa, which was also featured on Australian Story. James is an experienced GP who moved from Sydney to the Shoalhaven in 2018. He has a special interest in children’s health, particularly behavourial issues, parenting and autism. James is the Chair of the Child and Young Person Health Network, within the RACGP. Having a keen interest in GP education James has previously won the title of RACGP Supervisor of the Year.

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Supporting autism in primary care

Dr James Best discusses supporting an autistic child in primary care which involves a holistic, individualised and family-centred approach where healthcare professionals play a pivotal role.

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Supporting autism in primary care

Dr James Best discusses supporting an autistic child in primary care which involves a holistic, individualised and family-centred approach where healthcare professionals play a pivotal role.

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