CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland

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About CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland

Specialist Paediatric ADHD Assessments in Belfast

CAANI (Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland) is a specialist service providing private ADHD assessments for children and adolescents in Northern Ireland. Led by experienced Consultant Psychiatrists in Child and Adolescent Mental Health, they offer timely, NICE-compliant assessments.

Expert Team

Consultant-led service with Dr Maggie Mc Gurgan and Dr Holly Greer
CAMHS experience - clinicians have extensive NHS experience in assessment and management of complex ADHD
NICE-compliant assessments valid for Education Authority and other official bodies

Assessment Focus

Paediatric ADHD assessments for children aged 6-17 years, with comprehensive reports that families can use for access to specialist support in education, health, training, or employment.

Referral Requirements

GP referral required from Northern Ireland (NHS or Private). Assessments conducted at Malone Private Clinic, a convenient location in south Belfast with off-street parking.

Medication Services

Specialist prescribing oversight for ADHD when indicated. For patients whose NHS GPs decline to prescribe, private prescriptions available through partner pharmacy Vitalis Health.

Services & pricing

Prices may vary depending on your specific needs.

Child ADHD Assessment

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Child ADHD Assessment (ages 6-17) - NICE-compliant paediatric assessment by Consultant Child Psychiatrist with comprehensive report.

Medication Management

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ADHD Medication Prescribing - Specialist prescribing oversight for children when medication is indicated.

Common questions

How long is the wait time for a private ADHD assessment at CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland?

CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland currently has a wait time of approximately 4 weeks for private ADHD assessments. (Updated 8 months ago)

Does CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland accept NHS Right to Choose referrals?

CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland does not currently accept Right to Choose referrals. You would need to self-fund your assessment.

Can CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland prescribe ADHD medication?

Yes, CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland can prescribe ADHD medication, including controlled medicines, following an assessment.

Does CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland offer shared care arrangements?

Yes, CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland works with NHS GPs under shared care agreements. This means your GP may be able to take over prescribing and monitoring after your initial titration period.

What assessment methods does CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland use?

CAANI - Child and Adolescent Assessments Northern Ireland uses the following assessment methodologies: NICE Guidelines, Clinical Interview.

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