Synopsis:

Optimising the care and management of patients with behaviours of concern is a key priority for the Royal Children’s Hospital. Several departments have now embedded a new model of care introduced in 2016 for adolescents with an intellectual disability and or Autism Spectrum Disorder with mental health concerns. At this Grand Round, we will hear from a parent, a GP and clinicians who will provide insights into the challenges and progress of this important initiative.

Speakers:

Amit Kumar, parent,

Dr David Ringelblum, general practitioner, Wellness on Wellington,

Dr Lionel Lubitz, paediatrician

Dr Chidambaram Prakash, psychiatrist, RCH

Dr Daryl Efron, General Medicine and Centre for Community Child Health.

Ms Evelyn Culnane, Transition Manager.