The ADHD Clinical Institute is pleased to announce that Dr Afifa Qazi, Chief Medical Officer at Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, will be a featured speaker at the upcoming ADHD Assessor Training course taking place in July 2026.
A highly respected Consultant Psychiatrist for older adults with a specialist interest in dementia care, Dr Qazi brings extensive clinical, leadership, and educational expertise to this ADHD training programme. She also holds the role of Joint Chief Medical Officer across Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust, bridging community and mental health services to deliver integrated, person-centred care.
Award-Winning Leadership in Mental Health Services
Dr Qazi has received national recognition for her contributions to healthcare innovation and service development, including:
- HSJ Award for Community Services Redesign (2016)
- EAHSN Health Innovation Award (2014)
- Psychiatrist of the Year Award from the Royal College of Psychiatrists (2022)
Alongside her clinical leadership role, Dr Qazi serves as a Clinical Lecturer at Kent and Medway Medical School, where she is actively involved in medical education, workforce development, and the training of future healthcare professionals.
What Attendees Will Learn
During the ADHD Assessor Training course, Dr Qazi will provide valuable insights into the delivery of neurodevelopmental services within the NHS, helping clinicians better understand the evolving landscape of ADHD assessment and care.
Participants will gain knowledge on:
- How NHS neurodevelopmental services are structured and delivered
- Working within specialist NHS ADHD and neurodevelopmental teams
- Career pathways and professional development opportunities within ADHD services
- The role of multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-quality ADHD care
Supporting Clinicians in ADHD Assessment
As demand for ADHD assessment services continues to grow across the UK, this training offers healthcare professionals an opportunity to strengthen their understanding of modern ADHD pathways, improve clinical confidence, and gain practical insights from experienced NHS leaders.
Dr Qazi's session will be particularly valuable for clinicians seeking to develop expertise in ADHD assessment, neurodevelopmental disorders, and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.
Limited Places Available
Places for the July 2026 ADHD Assessor Training course are limited, and early registration is recommended.