Dr Sri Gada is a highly experienced Consultant Paediatrician specialising in Child Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Neurodisability, with over 25 years of NHS and independent practice experience.
He previously worked as a Consultant Neurodevelopmental Paediatrician at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (2005–2019) and as an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Oxford (2007–2023). During his NHS career, he held senior leadership roles including Consultant Appraiser, Clinical Governance Lead, and Educational and Clinical Supervisor.
Dr Gada specialises in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of neurodevelopmental conditions in children and young people. His areas of expertise include:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Developmental Delay and Global Developmental Delay
- Dyspraxia / Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Cerebral Palsy and complex neurodisability
- Speech and Language Difficulties
- Learning Disabilities and educational difficulties
- Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties
He provides comprehensive, evidence-based assessments, with clear diagnostic formulations and practical, individualised recommendations for families, schools, and other professionals.
Clinical Approach
Dr Gada adopts a holistic, child- and family-centred approach, recognising that each child’s developmental profile is unique. His assessments are:
- Thorough and structured, drawing on best clinical practice
- Collaborative, involving parents, schools, and therapists where appropriate
- Strengths-based, focusing not only on difficulties but also on the child’s abilities
- Practical and outcome-focused, ensuring families leave with clear next steps
His aim is to provide clarity, reassurance, and actionable guidance to support each child’s development and wellbeing.
Training and Background
Dr Gada trained in paediatrics and paediatric intensive care at leading centres including Leicester Royal Infirmary and the Royal London Hospital. Following personal family experience of childhood disability, he developed a specialist interest in neurodisability and undertook further training in Community Child Health and Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics at the Royal Free Hospital, London. He also holds a Diploma in Paediatric Neurodisability from Sheffield.
Academic and Educational Contributions
Dr Gada has a strong track record in teaching and training undergraduate and postgraduate clinicians in child development and neurodisability, both in the UK and internationally.
He is the editor of:
- Oxford Specialist Handbook of Community Paediatrics (2012)
- Oxford Handbook of Neurodisability and Community Child Health (2022)
These are widely used by clinicians and trainees in the UK and internationally.
What Families Can Expect
Families can expect:
- A comprehensive and unhurried assessment process
- Clear explanations without unnecessary jargon
- A detailed report with practical recommendations
- Guidance tailored to home, school, and everyday functioning