Can I just drop in to see a doctor?
No. We are a specialist paediatric practice. You will need to make an appointment to see our specialists. You will also need a referral from your GP to see our paediatricians.
How long are the appointments?
The initial consultations range from 60-120 minutes.
Follow-up review is 30 minutes, unless specifically arranged.
Assessments (such as developmental assessments, Autism / ADOS assessments) are 2 hours.
Follow-up review is 30 minutes, unless specifically arranged.
Assessments (such as developmental assessments, Autism / ADOS assessments) are 2 hours.
How often does my child need to be reviewed after the initial consultation?
Generally every 3 months but may be more or less frequent, depending on the child’s clinical needs.
I just want someone to check over my newborn baby. Do you provide general paediatric services?
Yes. We have a paediatrician who can provide general paediatric reviews and follow-up for children for their regular newborn early childhood checks.
Our paediatricians can also review or assess children for their other paediatric concerns.
A referral would be required from a GP to see our paediatricians.
Our paediatricians can also review or assess children for their other paediatric concerns.
A referral would be required from a GP to see our paediatricians.
Do you provide immunisation for my child?
No. Your local GP should be able to provide this service.
Do you provide psychology services?
Yes, we have a clinical and educational psychologist who will look after child, adolescent, infant and family therapy as well as educational assessments such as IQ testing.
Do you provide an assessment for developmental delay?
Yes. Our paediatrician specialising in developmental delay will conduct various assessments on the child to determine the extent of the child’s developmental delay (if any).
Do you provide occupational therapy or speech pathology services if my child has developmental delay?
No. We have a list of allied health professionals (including occupational therapists and speech pathologists) we can refer your child for further assessment and therapy.
What is the difference between ADHD and ADD?
ADD stands for Attention Deficit Disorder. This terminology is used in the general domain to describe a disorder affecting attention and concentration; however it is no longer a formal diagnostic terminology. ADD is now encompassed within the general diagnosis of ADHD.
Will my child need to be medicated for his or her ADHD?
Not necessarily. Whether your child needs medication for ADHD would depend on the impact of ADHD on the child’s academic, social and emotional health as well as the impact on the general wellbeing of the family. There are various treatment options for ADHD including medication and/or behavioural intervention.
Does my child have to take ADHD medication at school?
Not necessarily. There are long-acting medications which means your child can take the medication before school.
My child is disruptive at school – does he or she have ADHD?
Children can be disruptive for many reasons including the child’s learning environment, any underlying learning or intellectual difficulties, emotional or social issues, bullying or other psychiatric disorders. It is important that your child be properly assessed to help identify and manage these issues.
Our paediatrician specialising in behavioural problems is able to assess your child to identify and manage these issues.
Our paediatrician specialising in behavioural problems is able to assess your child to identify and manage these issues.
Do children with ADHD have a higher IQ?
There is no relation between ADHD and intelligence. However, the child’s academic performance at school may be relevant in the diagnosis of ADHD.
Do children with ADHD have learning difficulties?
Some children with ADHD can have learning difficulties however this depends to a large extent on their intellectual ability and the severity of their ADHD.
Will my child ‘grow out’ of his/her ADHD?
ADHD is a developmental problem that can improve with age.
Does diet affect the behaviour of a child with ADHD?
Diet can have an effect on all children. A balanced diet is best for all children.
How old must my child be before you will diagnose him or her as having ADHD?
ADHD may be diagnosed from as early as 3-4 years of age however it is uncommon for children under primary school age to be diagnosed with ADHD.