A telehealth ADHD assessment with a trained GP follows a structured process. Here is exactly what happens at each step.
Quick links
- Step 1: Request an appointment
- Step 2: Complete your intake
- Step 3: Nominate an observer
- Step 4: Upload childhood evidence
- Step 5: GP reviews your summary
- Step 6: First telehealth appointment
- Step 7: Follow-up and diagnosis
Step 1: Request an appointment
You fill in a short form on the GP’s listing page. The practice calls you within one business hour.
Step 2: Complete your intake
You receive a secure intake link via Velluto. Complete on your phone: ASRS v1.1 questionnaire, medical and mental health history, childhood symptoms, functional impact.
Step 3: Nominate an observer
You nominate an observer — partner, parent, or friend — who receives their own independent questionnaire.
Step 4: Upload childhood evidence
You upload childhood evidence — school reports, teacher letters — photographed from your phone.
Step 5: GP reviews your summary
Your GP receives a structured clinical summary via Velluto before the appointment: scored questionnaires, observer data, consistency flags.
Step 6: First telehealth appointment
45-minute telehealth video appointment. Your GP is prepared. The conversation starts at what matters.
Step 7: Follow-up and diagnosis
Follow-up appointment 1 to 2 weeks later. Diagnosis confirmed. Treatment plan discussed. GP can prescribe medication directly in Queensland.
Total time from first appointment to diagnosis: typically 2 to 3 weeks.
Ready to get started? Find a GP and request your assessment today.
General health information
This article is general health information only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always speak with a qualified health professional before making any changes to your medication or treatment plan.
MySpecialistGP is a health information and GP directory service operated by Webbed Feet Pty Ltd. Read our Medical Disclaimer.
