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Dr Nasim Heidari

Service:
Psychiatry
Practices:
Ramsay Clinic New Farm
Fax:
07 3254 9601

Dr Nasim Heidari is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. She trained at the Princess Alexandra, Logan and the Children's Queensland Hospitals and CYMHS (Child and Youth Mental Health Services) clinics helping young people with mental health problems and supporting their families.


Dr Heidari is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists since 2017.  She enjoys working with children, adolescents and young adults and has  experience in diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions including: ADHD, ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Difficulties, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Psychosis and Addictions.

She has training in Cognitive Behavourial Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mentalisation Based Therapy as well as the use of medicines where necessary.

Qualifications:
MD Iran (2005),MHSc QUT (2010), FRANZCP (2017),Cert of Advanced Training in Child & Adolescent Psych

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Dr Andrew Khoo

Service:
Psychiatry
Practices:
Ramsay Clinic New Farm
Fax:
07 3254 9601

He has, for the last 25 years, overseen the provision of a nationally recognised CBT based group therapy program for PTSD previously at the Toowong Private Hospital and now at Ramsay Clinic New Farm. He was Director of Medical Services and Chair of the Medical Council at the Toowong Private Hospital between 2016 and 2025. He now holds the Position of Medical Director of Military & Veterans Programs at Ramsay Clinic New Farm.

He holds academic title with the University of Queensland within the School of Medicine and has published and continues to publish academic papers in peer reviewed psychiatric journals. He is the Deputy Chair of the RANZCP Committee for the Military, Veterans and Emergency Services Personnel Mental Health Network. He has represented the RANZCP at multiple government, Productivity Commission and Royal Commission inquiries. He is a member of the Department of Veteran’s Affairs Mental Health Expert Advisory Group. He is Chair of the Open Arms National Advisory Committee. He holds a Deputy Chair position for the Queensland Office of Industrial Relations Medical Assessment Tribunals - Psychiatric. He has externally reviewed mental health policy for the Australian Federal Police and the Queensland Police Service. He is the Principle Psychiatric Advisor to the Gallipoli Medical Research (GMR) and a member of the GMR Research Advisory Committee.

He has chaired, been interviewed, presented or participated on panels around Australia and across all media platforms on Post Trauma psychological reactions and Military, Veteran’s and Emergency Service Worker's mental health.

Qualifications:
MBBS, FRANZCP

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Dr Sam Korman

Service:
Psychiatry
Practices:
Ramsay Clinic New Farm
Fax:
07 3062 9331

Dr Sam Korman is a general adult psychiatrist with an interest in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, obsessive compulsive disorders, schizophrenia and post traumatic stress disorders.


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Dr Velimir Kovacevic

Service:
Psychiatry
Practices:
Ramsay Clinic New Farm
Fax:
07 3254 9601

Dr Velimir Kovacevic is a Consultant Psychiatrist with experience in General and Forensic Psychiatry.  He also completed Postgraduate studies in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy at Otago University.  Until recently, he served as Clinical Director - Court Liaison Service – Metro North Mental Health.  He has experience in diagnosing and treating a range of psychotic, mood, trauma-related and anxiety disorders. He has experience in the provision of medico-legal psychiatric evaluations, criminal and civil report writing and Court evidence, working for some of the largest providers of independent medical examinations in Australia.

As part of his forensic experience, Dr Kovacevic worked in high and medium security inpatient settings, community and rehabilitation services, and provided general psychiatric care to mentally ill persons in custody, including the service clinical and operational management. He advised and assisted general mental health services regarding treatment and management of clients with complex mental health needs and forensic issues.  

In his teaching capacity, Dr Kovacevic is a Clinical Lecturer and psychiatric course examiner. He has published in psychiatric journals and presented at national and international conferences. He is also a part time medical member of the Queensland Mental Health Review Tribunal (MHRT).

 

 

 

Qualifications:
MB ChB, FRANZCP, PGCertHealSc

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Dr Bawani Marsden

Service:
Psychiatry
Practices:
Ramsay Clinic New Farm
Fax:
07 3254 9601

Dr Bawani Marsden is a general adult psychiatrist with an interest in mood disorders, anxiety and psychosis.


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Dr Grace Min

Service:
Psychiatry
Practices:
Ramsay Clinic New Farm
Fax:
07 3254 9601

Dr Min is a Consultant Psychiatrist and the Director of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities within Metro North Health.

Dr Min provides psychiatric assessment and treatment for children, adolescents, and adults, with a clinical focus on neurodevelopmental conditions, including women's health. She also assesses and treats co-occurring mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and trauma-related conditions.

Dr Grace Min works collaboratively with patients, families, carers, and other health professionals to develop individualised management plans based on current evidence and each person's clinical needs. Her practice may include pharmacological treatment, psychological interventions, family-focused care, and coordination with multidisciplinary services where appropriate.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr Min has an interest in the integration of creative arts approaches within mental health care where clinically appropriate.

Dr Min has experience working across a range of public and private mental health services and provides comprehensive psychiatric care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and associated mental health conditions.

Qualifications:
MBBS, MPsych, FRANZCP, Cert. C&A Psych, Dip.Th. Art

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Dr Paul Pun

Service:
Psychiatry
Practices:
Ramsay Clinic New Farm
Fax:
07 3254 9601

Dr Pun has worked as a psychiatrist for 20 years in both the public and private sector.  He is currently the Director of Mental Health at the Mater Hospital, South Brisbane, lead psychiatrist at the Gender Service, Royal Brisbane and Womens Hospital and Qld RANZCP Director of Advanced Training in Consultation Liaison Psychiatry.

 

Qualifications:
MBBS, FRANZCP

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Dr Amitava Sarkar

Service:
Psychiatry
Practices:
Ramsay Clinic New Farm
Fax:
07 3254 9601

Dr Amitava Sarkar is a psychiatrist with expertise in mood and anxiety disorders, personality disorders, work-related mental health concerns, WorkCover, and DVA mental health care. He consults in private practice across three Brisbane locations, admits patients to Ramsay Clinic New Farm, and regularly provides outreach clinics in Mackay. Telepsychiatry appointments are available for eligible patients.

Qualifications:
FRANZCP

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Professor James Scott

Service:
Psychiatry
Practices:
Ramsay Clinic New Farm
Fax:
07 3254 9601

Professor James Scott is a Child and Youth Psychiatrist and the Director of Ramsay Health Youth Service at New Farm. He is The Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at The University of Queensland. He has  expertise in providing care to children and young people with anxiety, ADHD, psychosis and mood disorders. His clinical practice incorporates a biopsychosocial model with intensive family involvement.     

James is also a clinician researcher. He is an author on over 400 peer reviewed publications. In 2018, he was awarded the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists’ Senior Research Award, conferred on the ‘Fellow who has made the most significant contribution to psychiatric research in Australia and New Zealand over the preceding five years.

Ramsay Health Youth Service at New Farm was developed by James and commenced in November 2022. This was the first  private inpatient unit in Queensland for adolescents from 14 years.  

The service provides a group based programme for young people to learn skills with their peers to better cope with their mental health problems. The service is open to adolescents and young adults seeking voluntary admissions who are willing to participate in the programme of group and individual therapy, physical activity and family support. The programme is ideal for those who are seeking more intensive treatment than can be provided in outpatient appointments.  

Qualifications:
MBBS (UQ:1993),FRANZCP (2001), Certificate in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (2001)

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Dr Igor Shvetsov

Service:
Psychiatry
Practices:
Ramsay Clinic New Farm
Fax:
07 3254 9601

Dr. Igor Shvetsov attained his Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery from Siberian University -Tomsk, Russia in 1980 and was conferred PhD after completion studies on personality disorders dynamic. He is a Fellow of Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, having 30+ years of experience in psychiatry and substance abuse. Over the years he had worked in public and private psychiatric and substance use services of Melbourne and Brisbane. His psychiatric skills include medico-legal assessment, pharmacotherapy, therapeutic support; dynamic psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). He also does drug and alcohol assessment, inpatient detoxification, providing ongoing support in addressing substance addiction.

Qualifications:
MBBS PhD FRANZCP