Appointment Checklist | dr-templeman

CHECKLIST FOR APPOINTMENTS

You MUST bring both the child and their VALID (non-expired) OHIP card to the assessment. Check the expiry date now as you can renew a health card at Service Ontario up to 3 months before it expires.
Appointments are scheduled for ~ 90 minutes, but may take longer if necessary. I usually run on time so don't be late.
When you come to the appointment, it is best if both parents come. This is not mandatory, but is helpful, especially when there is disagreement between the parents perspectives.
The assessment is for parents/caregivers and the patient only. Please DO NOT bring any other children (siblings, friends, etc.) to the appointment with you.
If the school voiced concerns, then please make sure that you get the teacher to complete the Teacher's Questionnaire. Copies of their June report cards for the last 3 years, their most recent IEP and any Psychoeducational Assessments that have been completed may be helpful. You can get a copy of all school-related information by going to the school and asking for it.

The assessment takes ~ 90 minutes so please plan to have the device you will be using plugged in, with any screensaver or power-saver modes turned off and placed on a flat, stable surface such that it gives a clear view of everyone in the room and is a minimum of 3 feet away from you.
The ideal room to use will be one that is carpeted (echo-free), brightly lit (but not backlit by a window) and has comfortable seating for the patient and the parents/caregivers. Please ensure that the room used is completely private and able to be free of interruptions for 2 hours.
On the day of the appointment, please ensure that your device is turned on, plugged in and that you have joined the videoconference 5 minutes before your scheduled start time.
I sometimes run a little behind (5-15 minutes is not unusual but never more than 30 minutes) so please be patient if the videoconference doesn't start right away.