Dr Stephen Ford

Dr Stephen Ford is a West Australian trained psychiatrist with a sub-specialty interest in older adult mental health care. With extensive experience in the assessment and management of older adults, Dr Ford has become a leading expert in his field. He runs a private practice in Wembley, Perth, catering specifically to individuals over the age of 50.

Dr Ford offers a range of services including assessments, diagnosis, and management of various mental health conditions. His expertise lies in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychosis, psychopharmacology, and the diagnosis of delirium and dementia, along with the management of associated behavioral complications. He is also highly skilled in addressing mental health concerns in medically ill individuals and somatoform disorders. In addition, Dr Ford has a particular focus on psychiatric complications arising from neurological disorders such as Parkinson's disease.

Dr Ford's extensive qualifications include Cert POA (Certificate of Psychopharmacology in Older Adults), which further enhances his expertise in older adult mental health care. He has vast experience working with various age groups, ranging from 18-60 years and beyond. Dr Ford has successfully evaluated and treated individuals with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, and other unique challenges that require specialized attention.

With his deep understanding of anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, brain injury, conversion disorder, dementia-related disorders, depression, developmental disability, neuropsychiatry, and obsessive-compulsive disorders, Dr Ford is well-equipped to provide expert opinions and reports. These services, covered under item 291 of the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS), ensure that his patients receive the highest quality care.

In line with evolving medical practices, Dr Ford also offers telehealth consultations, allowing patients to access his expertise conveniently and safely from their own homes.

Dr Stephen Ford's dedication to older adult mental health, extensive experience, and commitment to providing evidence-based care make him a trusted and sought-after psychiatrist. His expertise and compassionate approach make him an invaluable asset to both his patients and the wider medical community.