SaskADHD · STG Health
ADHD medication support in Saskatchewan.
Medical assessment and medication consultation with a nurse practitioner, within an appropriate ADHD care pathway.
At a glance
Nurse practitioner medical review; 20 minutes
$62.99 per consultation
Time-limited bridge support; an ongoing prescriber is needed
Who this pathway is for
This is a medical assessment and consultation pathway within broader ADHD care. Bridge prescribing may be considered when no current prescriber is available, with ongoing care planned from the beginning. It is not an automatic prescription or an indefinite prescribing service.
A nurse practitioner reviews whether medication is appropriate in the context of diagnosis, health history, previous treatment and current needs. Psychotherapy, skills, sleep and environmental supports remain relevant parts of care.
A coordinated pathway
How medication support is organized
The process is designed to avoid both premature prescribing and endless bridge care.
01
Clinical intake and records
Clarify diagnosis status, current treatment, medication history and the exact medical question.
02
NP assessment
Review benefits, risks, alternatives and whether prescribing falls within the pathway.
03
Defined trial and monitoring
Track specific functional outcomes, side effects, adherence and practical barriers.
04
Transition to ongoing care
Return prescribing to a family physician or continuing NP once the bridge period is complete.
What medical review considers
The prescription question is not isolated
Medication decisions depend on the broader clinical and medical picture.
History
Diagnosis and prior response
Review existing assessment, previous medications, benefits, side effects and reasons for stopping.
Safety
Medical and psychiatric factors
Consider cardiovascular history, substance use, sleep, mood, anxiety, risk and relevant contraindications.
Function
What improvement should look like
Define observable targets such as initiation, sustained attention, emotional recovery or daily organization.
Good coordination
Clear roles protect continuity
Medication care is safest when each provider’s role and the transition plan are explicit.
SaskADHD
Assessment and short-term support
Provide clinical context, defined monitoring and bridge care within program scope.
Ongoing prescriber
Long-term medication management
Assume continuing prescribing, routine monitoring and broader primary-care responsibility.
Client
Track real-world outcomes
Report benefits, side effects, missed doses, sleep changes and whether target functions are improving.
Medication plus treatment
Medication alongside therapy and skills
Medication may improve access to attention and reward, while other difficulties still require direct treatment.
May help
Activation and attentional access
Some adults experience improved ability to begin, sustain and redirect attention.
- Focus
- Activation
- Impulse control
Does not teach
Executive-function systems
A prescription does not automatically create planning, time awareness, organization or communication skills.
- Scheduling
- Routines
- Relationship repair
Needs context
Sleep, emotion and environment
Poor sleep, overload, anxiety and unrealistic demands can limit benefit even when medication is appropriate.
- Sleep treatment
- Psychotherapy
- Environmental change
What to prepare for the medical review
Bring the specific medical question you want answered and the everyday functions you hope to improve. Use the clinic’s secure route for records.
- Current medications and previous trials, including benefits, side effects and reasons for stopping.
- Existing assessment information and relevant medical and psychiatric history.
- Your current family physician or nurse practitioner’s details, or the status of arrangements for ongoing care.
- Questions about follow-up, monitoring, costs and the handover plan. The clinician explains any additional information needed.
Fees and continuing care
The listed medication consultation is 20 minutes at $62.99. This describes the consultation fee; it does not establish the cost or number of future appointments, medication or tests. Confirm what is proposed before booking.
The bridge period and monitoring plan are agreed within clinical scope. Clarify who will provide continuing prescriptions and routine monitoring, how relevant information will be transferred with consent, and what to do if the transition cannot be arranged in time.
Questions before you begin
Can I book only for a prescription?
Medication is not provided as a stand-alone transaction. The NP requires adequate assessment, medical information and a clinically appropriate pathway.
Will the NP prescribe indefinitely?
No. Bridge prescribing is limited. The plan includes transition to an ongoing family physician or nurse practitioner.
Can medication be combined with therapy?
Yes. Coordination is often useful because functional goals, emotional regulation, sleep and systems can be reviewed alongside medication response.
What if stimulants are not appropriate?
The NP discusses risks, alternatives and the role of non-medication treatment. No specific medication is guaranteed.
Plan for continuing care
Before booking, clarify whether the consultation fits your situation, who will monitor treatment and how ongoing prescribing will be arranged. Have current medications, previous assessment information and your existing provider’s details available. Ask the clinic how to share records securely.
Ask about the medical pathway.
Describe the medication question, previous treatment and your ongoing prescriber arrangements. The clinic can clarify whether this pathway is suitable.