Episode #70
From Medicine to Mission: Helping Neurodiverse Children Thrive with Christine Davis, PA-C
More Than Milestones: Helping Every Child Thrive | Featuring Christina Davis, PA-C Every child develops at their own pace—but knowing when to seek support can make a lifelong difference. In this episode of Medicine, Motherhood, Missions , Johanna Moses welcomes Christina Davis, PA-C , a Physician Associate specializing in developmental and behavioral pediatrics and the founder of All Hands In Supporting Neurodiverse Development . Together, they explore how families, healthcare providers, educators, and technology can work together to support children in reaching their fullest potential. Christina shares her journey into developmental and behavioral pediatrics, what inspired her to launch her own practice, and why she is passionate about helping families navigate developmental concerns with compassion, education, and whole-child care. Johanna and Christina also discuss the evolving role of technology in healthcare, including consulting with the Neo Sophia Early Screener App and how digital tools can improve access to early developmental screening while strengthening—not replacing—the provider-patient relationship. In This Episode, We Discuss: What developmental and behavioral pediatrics really is Common developmental concerns parents should never ignore Understanding and embracing neurodiversity Supporting families with compassion, confidence, and hope Building collaborative care between parents, schools, therapists, and medical providers Entrepreneurship and launching a purpose-driven healthcare practice Expanding career opportunities for Physician Associates beyond traditional clinical roles Why every child deserves to be seen for their strengths—not just their challenges Key Takeaways Every child develops differently, and milestones are meant to guide—not define—a child's potential. Early evaluation provides clarity and opens doors to support. Neurodiversity reminds us to celebrate unique strengths while meeting individual needs. Technology can improve access to care while preserving meaningful patient relationships. Healthcare is strongest when families, providers, educators, and communities work together. Purpose-driven leadership can extend far beyond the exam room. Connect with Johanna Moses If this conversation encouraged you, please subscribe to Medicine, Motherhood, Missions , leave a review, and share this episode with a parent, healthcare provider, educator, or friend who could benefit from these insights. Together, we can build healthier families, stronger communities, and brighter futures—one child at a time. Connect with Christina Davis Learn more about Christina's work through All Hands In Supporting Neurodiverse Development and follow her for educational resources that empower families and support neurodiverse children. cdavis@allhandsinneurodev.com @ all.hands.in _neurodev (Tik Tok and Instagram) https://allhandsinneurodev.com/ Connect with Johanna: www.johannamoses.com @medicine_motherhood_missions Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: AKS3MJTUWQDZ095X
