The Brainy Bunch offers Paediatric Neurology Services Brisbane

Paediatric Electroencephalography, or Paediatric EEG, is a non-invasive test that assesses the electrical activity of the brain through placement of electrodes on the scalp.

A doctor (such as a Paediatric Neurologist or Paediatrician) might request an EEG if a person has had seizures or is suspected to have seizures. An EEG can help a doctor understand more about a person’s seizures and the treatment required.

We perform EEG at the Brainy Bunch, including for infants and young children.  Our EEG scientists are highly experienced in paediatric EEG allowing us to deliver a high quality and timely service, tailored to even the youngest children.

At the Brainy Bunch, routine and sleep deprived EEG studies are performed however we can also assist with facilitating longer EEG studies, such as overnight EEG.  A sleep deprived EEG is performed when it is important to get information about the electrical activity of the brain during sleep. We carefully assess whether this is required and provide instructions for sleep deprivation based on the age of the person. We also aim to perform the EEG at an optimal time to help achieve sleep.

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To refer to us for EEG, please use the below EEG Referral Form or alternatively, a referral for EEG can be sent to us through Medical Objects, by email or fax on as a referral letter (address to Dr Adriane Sinclair, Paediatric Neurologist).

Download EEG Request Form

HOW TO

Start the process

To begin psychological therapy or an assessment

You do not need a referral to see a psychologist for therapy or assessment. However, Medicare rebates are available for those who have a Mental Health Care Plan. To obtain a Mental Health Care Plan, you will need to visit your GP or a Psychiatrist or a Paediatrician. Medicare rebates are not offered for assessments.

To book an appointment with a Paediatrician, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist or Paediatric Neurologist

For an appointment with one of our medical specialists, please see your General Practitioner (GP) or current medical specialist and discuss a referral to our service. A referral from a GP or medical specialist is required, and once this has been received, our team will be in contact with you.

To begin speech therapy or a language assessment

You do not need a referral to see a speech pathologist for an assessment or therapy. However, Medicare rebates may be available for those who have a Chronic Disease GP Management Plan or Team Care Arrangement. You will need to speak with your GP to determine if you are eligible for referral under these schemes. Medicare referrals are also available under a Complex Neurodevelopmental Disorder or other eligible disability (including Autism) scheme. Speak to your child’s GP, Paediatrician or Psychiatrist for a referral under this scheme.

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For enquiries or to book an appointment, please email admin@thebrainybunch.com.au or call (07) 3846 4554. Alternatively, you can complete the contact form below, and one of our reception team will be in touch to answer your query or book an appointment.