Dr Peter Drysdale

Dr Drysdale's primary specialty is in psychiatry, with a particular focus on psychogeriatrics. He has extensive experience in working with individuals aged 60 and above who are facing psychiatric challenges. With his expertise in bipolar disorder, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and neuropsychiatry, Dr Drysdale is well-equipped to assess and treat a range of mental health conditions in older adults.

Aside from his clinical practice, Dr Drysdale is actively involved in teaching and mentoring doctors, psychiatrists, and medical students. He also offers support and guidance to families who are caring for elderly loved ones with mental health issues.

Dr Drysdale's services encompass various aspects of psychiatry. He provides civil and criminal medicolegal assessments and reports, as well as urgent assessments for individuals who require immediate psychiatric intervention. Furthermore, he is a registered Workcover provider, enabling him to assist workers who require psychiatric evaluation as part of their compensation claims.

Having accumulated almost four decades of experience as a psychiatrist, Dr Peter Drysdale offers comprehensive outpatient and inpatient services in general old age psychiatry. He is committed to delivering high-quality care to his patients and supporting them in their journey towards mental wellbeing.