The Paediatric Community and Developmental Clinic offers comprehensive assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and coordinated management for children presenting with developmental, behavioural, and complex medical concerns. The service is delivered by consultant paediatricians and advanced paediatric trainees, ensuring high-quality, multidisciplinary care.
Our services include:
- Developmental assessments, diagnosis and management of developmental disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Global Developmental Delay, and learning difficulties.
- Medical review and ongoing management for children with chronic or complex medical conditions.
- Referral, liaison, and care coordination with allied health professionals, schools, community services, maternal and child health nurses, local general practitioners, and subspecialty teams to ensure integrated and holistic care.
What to expect from the service?
Families accessing the Paediatric Community and Developmental Clinic can expect:
- · Thorough assessment and diagnostic processes to identify developmental, behavioural, or medical concerns.
- · Collaborative management plans developed in partnership with families, allied health professionals, and other relevant services incorporating medical, developmental, and educational goals.
- · Clear communication with families
- · Provision of respectful, culturally sensitive, and inclusive care.
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Resources
- GP Referrals: use HealthLink SmartForms to send referrals to Northern Health, including investigation results and reports.
- · Other health services (hospitals, allied health, specialists etc): Fax referral to 8405 8616