Dr Hugh Levien

Dr Hugh Levien is a highly experienced psychiatrist based in Toowong, Brisbane, Queensland. With over 30 years of clinical experience, Dr Levien has established a successful private practice and is also a Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) senior specialist at the reputable Royal Brisbane Hospital. Dr Levien obtained his medical qualifications, including a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, from the University of Auckland, New Zealand in 1980. He subsequently acquired Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists in 1987. Dr Levien is committed to staying abreast of the latest advancements in his field and has completed training in the Guidelines for Evaluation of Permanent Impairment in 2015. Dr Levien provides comprehensive psychiatric care to individuals in different age groups, including those aged 18-60 and 60+. He has extensive experience working with doctors, psychiatrists, and medical students, as well as individuals from diverse backgrounds, including gender diverse, gay and lesbian, Maori, and military veterans. As an expert in his field, Dr Levien is proficient in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions. His areas of expertise include addiction, ADHD, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, problem gambling, psychosis, and supportive psychotherapy. Dr Levien is dedicated to ensuring accessibility to quality healthcare and offers bulk-billing services for selected patients. Additionally, he provides civil medicolegal assessments and offers insurance opinions and reports. Dr Levien is also a registered Workcover provider. An especially intriguing aspect of Dr Levien's work lies in his particular interest in refractory depression and bipolar disorder as well as substance misuse. His extensive clinical experience and compassionate approach allow him to provide personalized and effective treatment plans for his patients. Dr Hugh Levien's proficiency, vast experience, and commitment to his field make him a trusted psychiatrist for individuals seeking effective mental health care.