ADHD Ongoing Medication Management at Caringbah Family Practice
At Caringbah Family Practice, we provide safe, ongoing support for patients with ADHD who are already under specialist care. Our Stage 1 ADHD prescribers, Dr Ivan Liu and Dr Martina Gleeson, are qualified to continue treatment for patients who are stable on their existing medication.
Key Roles of a Stage 1 ADHD Prescriber
Stage 1 prescribers focus on the continuation and management of ADHD medication. Their responsibilities include:
- Prescribing ongoing medication: Issuing prescriptions for psychostimulant medications for patients who have already been diagnosed and are stable on treatment.
- Adjusting dosages: Making minor, safe adjustments to existing medication doses when clinically appropriate.
- Switching medication types: Transitioning patients between different forms of the same medication, such as from immediate-release to slow-release versions.
- Managing stable patients: Supporting patients who are already stable on treatment without requiring a new diagnosis or specialist review for every prescription refill.
Important Considerations
To ensure safe and effective care, Stage 1 prescribing applies under the following conditions:
- Prior specialist diagnosis: Patients must already have an ADHD diagnosis made by a specialist.
- Age requirements:The program applies to patients aged 6 years and older.
- Stability on treatment:Patients must be stable on their current medication to be eligible for ongoing prescriptions from a Stage 1 GP.
- Regular reviews: Patients should attend an in-person review at least every six months with their GP or a specialist to ensure continued safety and efficacy of their treatment.
Supporting Your ADHD Care
At Caringbah Family Practice, our GPs are committed to providing continuity, convenience, and safety for patients managing ADHD medication. We work collaboratively with specialists and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated care, giving you confidence in your ongoing treatment plan.
Book an appointment with Dr Ivan Liu or Dr Martina Gleeson to continue your ADHD treatment safely and effectively. We welcome patients from Caringbah, Miranda, Cronulla, and the wider Sutherland Shire.
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