Adult ADHD Medical Services - Alberta

At Sparrow ADHD & Wellness Clinic ALBERTA, our ADHD Nurse Practitioner services are dedicated to providing comprehensive care for individuals of all ages navigating ADHD. Our practitioners are highly skilled in conducting thorough assessments, making accurate diagnoses, and implementing effective medication management strategies tailored to each patient's needs. ADHD Assessment: Our ADHD Nu... Read More

At Sparrow ADHD & Wellness Clinic ALBERTA, our ADHD Nurse Practitioner services are dedicated to providing comprehensive care for individuals of all ages navigating ADHD. Our practitioners are highly skilled in conducting thorough assessments, making accurate diagnoses, and implementing effective medication management strategies tailored to each patient's needs.

ADHD Assessment:
Our ADHD Nurse Practitioners conduct detailed assessments to evaluate symptoms and their impact on daily life. Through comprehensive interviews, behavioral observations, and validated assessment tools, we gather information to formulate a clear understanding of the individual's ADHD profile. We take into account developmental history, academic or work performance, social interactions, and emotional well-being to ensure a holistic assessment.

Diagnosis:
Based on the assessment findings and diagnostic criteria outlined in the DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders), our Nurse Practitioners make a precise diagnosis of ADHD when appropriate. We ensure transparency throughout the diagnostic process, explaining findings and recommendations clearly to patients and their families.

Medication Management:
Effective medication management is crucial in optimizing ADHD treatment outcomes. Our Nurse Practitioners are adept at prescribing and adjusting medications based on individual responses and needs. We prioritize patient safety and well-being, conducting regular follow-ups to monitor medication efficacy, manage side effects, and adjust dosages as necessary.

Collaborative Approach:
At Sparrow ADHD & Wellness Clinic, we believe in a collaborative approach to ADHD care. Our Nurse Practitioners work closely with patients, their families, and other healthcare providers (such as Clinical Counsellors) to ensure integrated and holistic treatment plans. We emphasize education and empowerment, equipping patients and caregivers with knowledge and strategies to manage ADHD symptoms effectively in daily life.

Lisa Cripps is a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in various medical areas. Including cardiac rehabilitation, neonatal care, and primary all-ages care.

She holds undergraduate degrees in Kinesiology from the University of Alberta, and in Nursing from the University of Calgary. She then obtained her Masters of Nursing, Nurse Practitioner from Queen’s University.

Her areas of interest include preventative medicine, mental health, and the care of families.

Lisa strongly believes in partnering with clients and their families and empowering them to optimize function and quality of life. She provides evidence-based care, adapted to the individual need of each client.

Lisa Cripps is a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in vario... Read More

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