ADHD Assessment and Management in Hobart

Finding an ADHD assessment in Hobart can be difficult, and for many people that difficulty comes with a financial burden too. Long waitlists, few practitioners taking new patients, and consultations that are often very costly are common frustrations on the traditional path. Entity Medical aims to provide a clearer route for people in Hobart and across Tasmania.

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Many people arrive at our door having already done a lot of research on their own. They may have spoken to family and friends, or completed online screening tests, and found themselves more confused than before. That's understandable — there's a great deal of conflicting information out there andour role is to help you make sense of it.

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What is ADHD

ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition that can affect attention, concentration, organisation, impulse control and activity levels in both children and adults.

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What's Different at Entity Medical

Our general practitioners have completed additional training in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD. Under state of Tasmania authority, they are able to prescribe ADHD stimulant therapy without a psychiatrist endorsement. This means that, where clinically appropriate, a patient may begin their assessment and treatment journey directly with our GPs, rather than having to be referred to a psychiatrist which adds significant time and expense to the process.

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Our Approach

The first step is an initial consultation with one of our trained GPs. This is a long appointment, not a standard visit, so it gives your doctor the time needed to properly understand your symptoms, your medical history, and how ADHD may be affecting your life at work, at home, and in your relationships. Because this appointment needs extra time, and planning on our end, it requires a special booking made through our reception staff, who will help arrange a suitable time for you.

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Depending on your individual circumstances, your doctor may recommend a referral to a psychologist for further assessment and support. In some cases, a psychiatrist is still needed. If that forms part of your care, we help coordinate each stage so you know what to expect as your care progresses.

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Medication safety and physical health

Because ADHD is a neurodevelopment condition, your physical health is critical to successful treatment. Before any medication is considered, your doctor will review your overall health and well-being, sleep, past medical history and current medications. This typically includes a physical check-up, an ECG, and possibly some blood tests. These steps help ensure any treatment considered for you is safe and appropriate for your individual situation.

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Where medication is considered appropriate, your GP will follow the required prescribing process, which, for stimulant therapies, includes applying for any approvals needed. Once confirmation of prescribing approval is received (typically about 1 week) a further appointment is then arranged to discuss the treatment plan and provide any prescription that has been determined to be suitable for you.

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A different way to access ADHD care

For many people in Tasmania, the standard route to ADHD treatment has involved waiting to see a psychiatrist, often at considerable expense. At Entity Medical, our GPs' authority to prescribe stimulant therapy under state of Tasmania authority may allow you to begin the process with the doctors you already see, and to continue your care with the same team over time.

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We support people at different stages of their ADHD journey, whether you're seeking an initial assessment, navigating a recently confirmed diagnosis, or looking for ongoing management of ADHD you've had for many years. We are here to help you take the first steps or continue with your treatment journey