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#90 - NSW ADHD Prescribing Changes: Opportunity or Operational Headache?

Ami Assigal & Zac Pandur Season 1 Episode 90

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The landscape of ADHD management in New South Wales has changed significantly, with expanded prescribing pathways giving General Practitioners a much greater role in the diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of ADHD. But with increased scope comes increased responsibility, new workflows, and plenty of questions from both clinicians and practice teams. Let alone the patient base!

In this episode, Ami and Zac unpack the latest NSW ADHD prescribing reforms, explore the new GP pathways now available, and discuss the concerns being raised by GPs across the state about training, clinical responsibility and the practical realities of implementing these changes. 

They also focus on what practices can do behind the scenes to make these reforms successful, or not. From setting clear patient expectations and developing consistent reception workflows, to supporting doctors and managing increased demand, this episode is packed with practical operational strategies that every general practice should be considering.

In this episode:

  •  Understanding the new NSW ADHD prescribing pathways for General Practice 
  •  Why many GPs remain cautious about the expanded scope of practice 
  •  Managing patient expectations during a period of significant change 
  •  Creating clear workflows for reception, nursing and clinical teams 
  •  Practical operational tips to improve consistency and reduce patient dissatisfaction 
  •  Preparing your practice for the future of ADHD management in primary care 

Whether you're a GP, Practice Manager, Nurse or Practice Owner, this episode provides practical insights into one of the biggest changes to ADHD care in recent years, and what it means for your practice and your patients.

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