Diabetes Educator

Dao Nguyen

Dao is an experienced Diabetes Educator and Registered Pharmacist committed to improving the lives of people living with diabetes. With a strong background in clinical pharmacy practice and patient education, she specialises in medication therapy management, blood glucose monitoring, insulin education, lifestyle modification, and preventative healthcare.
Throughout her career, Dao has worked closely with patients to provide individualised care plans that support better health outcomes and enhance quality of life. Passionate about empowering patients through education, she believes in building trusting relationships and helping individuals gain the knowledge and confidence needed to successfully manage their diabetes.
In addition to clinical practice, Dao actively collaborates with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive and evidence-based patient care. She is dedicated to ongoing professional development and staying current with advancements in diabetes management, pharmacy practice, and patient-centred healthcare.

Assessment Approach

The assessment process is comprehensive and considers:

Developmental history
Current symptoms and functional impact
Psychological and medical context
Possible alternative explanations

Assessment Process

First Consultation (60 minutes)

A detailed clinical interview covering:

Childhood and developmental background
Attention, organisation, and executive functioning
Impact on work, study, and relationships
Screening for other contributing conditions

If ADHD appears unlikely at this stage, further assessment may not be required.

Between Consultations

Where appropriate, additional information may be requested, including:

Structured questionnaires
Collateral history (if relevant)

Second Consultation (60 minutes)

Review of all gathered information
Application of current diagnostic criteria
Discussion of outcome (diagnosis may or may not be made)

If ADHD is confirmed, treatment options can be discussed, including:

Medication
Non-pharmacological strategies

Important Notes

- Not everyone assessed will meet criteria for ADHD
- Alternative explanations and tailored recommendations will be provided where relevant

Fees and Access

Consultation fee: $550 per session paid at booking
Medicare rebate: Approximately $200 per visit
Number of sessions: Usually two (second only if needed)
Referral: Not required

Each appointment is 60 minutes to ensure a thorough and thoughtful assessment.

Clinic Dates

Assessments are available every Wednesday by appointment only

Diabetes Educator