New Mental Health Service at Mitcham Private Hospital

February 9, 2009

Mitcham Private Hospital has provided a boost to the availability of mental health services in Melbourne’s East, with the introduction of mental health services.

Victoria Court at Mitcham Private Hospital is a 14-bed private adult inpatient general psychiatric unit. The dedicated mental health clinical team work together to provide a unique inpatient therapy program for people suffering from:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders
• Schizophrenia
• Post Natal Conditions
• Stress
• Grief

The unit boasts newly refurbished ensuite bedrooms and modern well-being environments with tranquil, garden outlooks, providing both a comfortable and private inpatient experience for patients.

A team of committed psychiatrists consult on site or locally in sessional rooms, providing inpatient and/or outpatient care. The following psychiatrists are accredited at Mitcham Private Hospital:

• Assoc Prof Krishna Vaddadi
• Dr Barry Williamson
• Dr Peter Goh
• Dr Douglas Quine
• Dr Anthony Sheehan
• Dr Vicki Pearse
• Dr Kevin Ong

Linda Edgerton, Chief Executive Officer, says: “The new Victoria Court Unit is led by skilled psychiatrists and supported by our experienced medical and nursing staff. This new service complements our broadening repertoire of surgical, medical and maternity services, and reinforces our commitment to continue responding the healthcare needs of the community”.

The Victoria Court Intake Coordinator is able to facilitate admissions, liaise with psychiatrists and provide advice to general practitioners. General practitioners can refer to admitting Victoria Court psychiatrists or contact the Intake Coordinator to speak with the on-call psychiatrist on the need for admission.

This service will be available between the hours of 9.00am to 5.00pm weekdays. After hours and weekend referrals are organised through the Hospital Coordinator.

For more information about Victoria Court and other services offered at Mitcham Private Hospital visit www.mitchamprivate.com.au or contact Linda Edgerton, Chief Executive Officer Mitcham Private Hospital, 27 Doncaster East Road Mitcham VIC 3132 tel: 0421 055 510 e-mail: edgertonl@ramsayhealth.com.au