Dr. Eric Fombonne is a globally recognized child and adolescent psychiatrist renowned for his methodological rigor in autism research and epidemiology. He currently serves as a Professor (Tenured) at McGill University while holding the distinguished title of Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry at Oregon Health and Science University. In September 2012, he joined the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Oregon, where he established himself as a leading authority in developmental disorders research. His career has been defined by a steadfast commitment to advancing scientific understanding of neurodevelopmental conditions through population-based studies and epidemiological precision.
Dr. Fombonne's scholarly contributions have profoundly shaped the field of autism epidemiology, with his work accumulating over 84,052 citations according to Google Scholar metrics. As Director of Autism Research at the Institute on Development and Disability at Oregon Health and Science University, he pioneered methodological approaches that established new standards for prevalence studies and diagnostic criteria validation in autism spectrum disorders. His influential research spans multiple domains including autism spectrum disorders, depression in youth, psychiatric genetics, and population-based mental health research. The meticulous nature of his epidemiological investigations has provided critical evidence that informs clinical practice and public health policy worldwide.
As a global advocate for rigorous autism research, Dr. Fombonne has played a pivotal role in shaping international understanding of neurodevelopmental disorders through his scholarly publications and methodological leadership. His work continues to influence diagnostic practices and research methodologies across multiple continents, with his epidemiological frameworks adopted by researchers in numerous countries. At McGill University, he maintains an active research program while mentoring the next generation of child psychiatrists and epidemiologists. Dr. Fombonne's enduring legacy lies in his substantial contributions to evidence-based practices in autism research and his unwavering commitment to scientific rigor in understanding developmental disorders.
