The Multi-Disciplinary Team

The St. Patrick's Multi-Disciplinary Eating Disorder Team has a wide range of experience. The team consists of a Consultant Psychiatrist, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, A number of Nurse Therapists,  Psychotherapist, Family Therapist, Occupational Therapist, a Dietician and a Registrar.

Our Consultant Psychiatrist in Eating Disorders and also the Programme Director is Dr. John Griffin. He has been working in this speciality since the St. Patrick's Eating Disorder Unit was established and has been to the forefront of treatment advances in this area. The Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Eating Disorders and the Programme coordinator is Ms. Toni O'Connor. Toni is an experienced therapist and has developed expertise and skill in dealing with the full spectrum of Eating Disorders. The Clinical Nurse Specialist in Eating Disorders is Catherine Dunican.

Funding

VHI, Vivas and other private health insurance schemes cover the St. Patrick's Eating Disorder Programme. Details for individuals wishing to fund their treatment can be obtained from the Accounts Department, St. Patrick's Hospital.