Question 1

Is an initial assessment essential prior to undertaking an ADHD or ASD assessment?

Accepted Answer

No, an initial assessment is not essential. Many families prefer to proceed directly to an ADHD or an ASD diagnostic assessment without first having an initial assessment.

Question 2

What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

Accepted Answer

A psychiatrist is a medically-qualified doctor who will have spent 6 years training to become a doctor. He or she will then have worked as a doctor in general medicine and surgery for at least two years. He or she will then have had at least six years of further training in diagnosing and treating people with psychiatric and neurodevelopmental difficulties. Core skills of psychiatrists include the diagnosis and treatment of conditions including prescribing medication, including medication for the treatment of ADHD.
 
Psychologists have a degree in psychology and typically offer talking therapy.

Question 3

How can I make a complaint or provide feedback?

Accepted Answer

Dr Karim is committed to high-quality care and welcomes feedback. If you have a complaint, please speak to her or email our Complaints Lead on admin@privatechildpsychiatrist.co.uk. We will acknowledge your complaint within 3 working days and provide a full written response within 20 working days. If you remain dissatisfied, the complaint can be referred for independent review in line with our complaints procedure. Please be assured that raising a concern will never affect your care or treatment.

Question 4

What is Dr Karim's cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Initial and follow-up appointments cancelled with a minimum of 72 hours notice will be refunded in full. Initial and follow-up appointments cancelled with less than 72 hours notice will be charged in full.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and combined ASD and ADHD assessments cancelled with a minimum of 14 calendar days notice will be refunded in full. ASD, ADHD and combined ASD and ADHD assessments cancelled with less than 14 calendar days notice will be charged in full.

Question 5

Does Dr Karim accept payment from private medical insurers (e.g., Bupa, Aviva)?

Accepted Answer

Dr Karim is registered with the majority of private medical insurers- however, all assessments are self-funded. Families may wish to seek reimbursement directly from their insurer (and should contact their insurer for details of this and to arrange it).

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