Dr Zayna Adamu is an AuDHD paediatrician, with 15 years experience, who is dedicated to providing neurodiversity-affirming care.
Zayna combines her lived and clinical experience to understand each person’s unique context and provide evidence-based, compassionate, and strengths-focused guidance.
Together with Dr Justine Noble, Zayna co-chairs a neurodiversity special interest group for paediatricians with lived experience of neurodivergence – supporting colleagues and promoting neuroaffirming practice across the profession. She is proud to contribute to Reframing Autism as board member.
Zayna is committed to challenging outdated models of care, improving clinical pathways, and empowering families. She is passionate about using her unique perspective to bridge the gaps between lived experience and medical expertise to create environments where neurodivergent children and young people can thrive.
