Professionals Page

Welcome to the professionals page for Dudhope Young People's Unit (YPU)
Contact Details:
Telephone Reception: 01382 649031
Telephone Ward: 01382 649032
Email: tay.taynospgcamhs@nhs.scot

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 Senior Nurse, Senior Charge Nurse, Charge Nurses, Staff Nurses, Assistant Practitioners and Clinical Support Workers.
  • Network Nurses based in each region; Tayside, Highland and Grampian (plus Shetland, Orkney and Western Isles). Network Nurses are available  Monday- Friday.
  • Link Charge Nurse (Available Monday- Friday).  
  • Carer Support Worker (Available Monday - Friday).

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 (AHPs)
  • Occupational Therapist. 
  • Dietitian.
  • Physiotherapist.
  • Speech and Language Therapist. 
  • AHP Assistant Practitioners.
Education
  • At the YPU there are three teachers.
Admin/Management
  • Service Manager is available Monday-Friday.
  • Reception team (receptionist and medical secretary) are available Monday-Friday.