Who to see at the CDN

Medical Specialist Paediatricians

Our medical specialists take referrals for children of all ages, and all types of developmental and behavioural problems. Doctors can help you understand

  • whether there is a problem or not
  • if there is a problem, what type of problem and how serious it is
  • the medical reasons for the problem (and whether your child is likely to grow out of it)
  • the types of interventions that are most likely to be successful (and what is not likely to help)
  • the role of medical tests (such as MRI)
  • the role of medical treatments (such as medications)

Medical doctors can also advocate for your child, and provide support for you over time as your child grows up.

The waiting list for our doctors problematically long, however, so it may help to see another professional at the CDN while you are waiting to see the paediatrician. Below are some of the options to do this.

Reading and Literacy Problems

At the CDN we are fortunate to have a specialist in Reading Disability, Jason McGowan . If your main concern is literacy (reading, spelling), we recommend you organise an initial consultation with Jason.

Jason can assess the extent and cause of any reading problems, and provide advice regarding what he, and other members of our group, are able to offer. Jason's website is www.literacycare.com

An individualised Management Plan for your child (MaP Folder)

Wendy Horton is an education specialist working with us. She can help you put together a parent-held management plan for your child. 

These plans are useful when you understand your child's special needs, but would like more structure in your plan to help your child. 

Concerns about your child's diet

We work closely with Jocelyn Hunter Clark, dietician.

If you are not sure about what other assessments may be helpful, or who would be best for you to see, please either call us (07) 3010-3366, or email .