The NEEDS of Autistic and ADHD patients. Hospitals are lively, active spaces, so how does an Autistic and or ADHD person navigate such a sensory-intense space – as a patient, or practitioner?
This episode, join Steve and Diagnostic Radiographer and Researcher from the UK, Ben Potts, to discuss his experience on both sides of the scan as an openly Autistic radiographer, ahead of his upcoming editorial on Neurodiversity in JMRS From the needs of patients, to his PhD - the NEEDs project – Ben shares his story and experiences of how clear communication and disclosure can deliver better diagnostics for Autistic and ADHD individuals.
Published May 12, 2026.
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