Professionals Page

YPU Professional Pic
Welcome to the professionals page for Dudhope Young Persons Unit (YPU)
Contact Details,
Telephone 01382 649031
Email- NOSPG.CAMHS@nhs.net
Webpage www.dudhopepeoplesunit.scot.nhs.uk


The philosophy of the YPU is that patients, where possible, have a normalised day time structure including attendance at education and activities. We promote recovery as much as possible.

Meet the team

The multidisciplinary team provide a variety of specialist assessments and interventions for the young people to help them in their recovery.
Nursing staff
  • The YPU Nursing staff provide a 24/7 service for the young people. The Nursing staff consist of Charge Nurses, Staff Nurses, Clinical Support Workers and Ward Assistants.
  • Liaison nurses based in each region; Tayside, Highland and Grampian (inc. Shetland and Orkney). Liaison Nurses are available  Monday- Friday.
  • Link Charge Nurse (Available Monday- Friday).  
  • Lead Nurse for North of Scotland. The lead nurse works with the Liaison Nurses, inpatient team and local teams to help ensure young people and their families/carers receive the best possible care.

Medical Staff

  • The medical team are made up of consultant psychiatrists, a Speciality Doctor and an FY1 Doctor in the YPU who are available Monday to Friday.

Psychological therapies

  • Psychologists
  • Systemic family therapist
Allied Health professionals (AHP's)
  • Occupational Therapists. 
  • Dietitian.
  • Physiotherapist.
  • Speech and Language Therapist. 
  • AHP Assistant Practitioners.
Education
  • At the YPU there are three teachers. The teachers can also arrange access to external tutors in specific subjects.
HM Queen Elizabeth II black and white
NHS Tayside Logo White
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

1926 - 2022