Dr Duke specializes in psychiatry, with a specific interest in schizophrenia. They provide comprehensive care to individuals between the ages of 18 and 60. They have worked with various populations including asylum seekers and refugees, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, doctors and medical students, individuals with intellectual disabilities, gender diverse individuals, the gay and lesbian community, military veterans, individuals with physical disabilities, and emergency services personnel.
As a psychiatrist, Dr Duke has expertise in several areas including addiction, anxiety disorders, autism spectrum disorders, bipolar disorder, cognitive-behavioral therapy, complex trauma, depression, functional neurological disorders, marital issues, motivational interviewing, obsessive-compulsive disorders, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, prolonged grief, psychosis, psychotherapy, schizophrenia, sexual assault/abuse treatment, and supportive psychotherapy.
Additionally, Dr Duke provides a range of services to meet their patients' needs including civil medicolegal assessments, gender confirmation letters, insurance opinions/reports, opinion and report consultations (MBS item 291), shared care arrangements, urgent assessments, and workcover support. They are experienced in working with interpreters to ensure effective communication with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr Spencer Duke is committed to providing high-quality psychiatric care to their patients. With their expertise and dedication, they strive to support individuals in achieving improved mental well-being and overall quality of life.
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