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ADHD management in QLD general practice: HealthCert GP Update, 2026

Your shortcut to the latest clinical guidelines. This HealthCert GP Update unpacks what has changed for Queensland GPs in the management of ADHD.

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In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo unpacks what has changed for Queensland GPs in the management of ADHD in primary care — providing a clear, practical overview tailored for busy GPs.

If you want to continue your learning in this area, join the waitlist for our new ADHD in General Practice course. This eight-case short course features real GP scenarios, practical prescribing guidance, and clear documentation and safety frameworks for the management of ADHD. $195 | Online | CPD accredited. ➡️ Join waitlist >

 

Full GP Update video

Below, watch the full expert presentation and Q&A with Dr Simone Gonzo.

 

 

What you will learn

From 1 December 2025, Queensland became the first Australian state to allow suitably trained GPs to initiate, modify and continue stimulant medication for adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This represents a significant shift in scope of practice, with important clinical, regulatory and documentation considerations for GPs.

In this HealthCert GP Update webinar and Q&A, Dr Simone Gonzo walks through the practical implications of the new Queensland framework, focusing on how adult ADHD can be diagnosed, managed and reviewed safely in general practice.

 

Useful resources

Want to explore more GP Updates? Watch our full series here >

 

[coming soon] Bonus GP Update resources

Make it easier to apply these guidelines in your practice with additional resources:

  • Key takeaways factsheet: Download a one-page summary for quick reference. Download factsheet >
  • FAQ sheet: The most common questions from GPs in the live session, answered by Dr Simone Gonzo. Download Q&A summary >
  • Podcast episode: Listen to the update on the go >

 

Next steps in your learning journey

🎓 NEW: ADHD in General Practice short course
Continue your learning in this area with our new eight-case short course, featuring real GP scenarios, practical prescribing guidance, and clear documentation and safety frameworks for the management of ADHD. $195 | Online | CPD accredited.
➡️ Coming soon — Join the waitlist >

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CPD self-submission

You can self-record CPD for this HealthCert GP Update. If you consume educational content on this blog, you can Quick Log CPD hours with the RACGP/ACRRM via the usual self-submission process. You will be asked to reflect on what you have learned, and you will require supporting evidence such as a screenshot. For more information, view the: RACGP CPD guideACRRM CPD guide

 

About the presenter

Dr Simone Gonzo began working in healthcare as a registered nurse in hospitals throughout Queensland in 2003. After making the change to medicine, she graduated with an MBBS from The University of Queensland in 2010 and gained FRACGP in 2015. Dr Gonzo enjoys all aspects of general practice including family health, mental health, chronic disease management, and complex primary care. She also has a special interest in teaching and training GP registrars and medical students. Dr Gonzo is a champion of general practice and promotes the importance of this specialty in the healthcare landscape.

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