Dr. Nishata Subramaniam

Consultant Psychiatrist

Dr. Nishata Subramaniam

Consultant Psychiatrist 

Dr. Nish Subramaniam is a distinguished Psychiatrist with over 16 years of experience in the field, including nearly a decade as a Consultant Psychiatrist. She holds a subspecialty qualification in Psychiatry of Older Adults and completed her medical and psychiatric training in Australia. Currently, Dr. Subramaniam practices as a community-based geriatric psychiatrist within a large metropolitan catchment area, where she specializes in the diagnosis and management of mood disorders, PTSD, psychosis, and behavioural and psychological symptoms associated with dementias.

Her extensive experience spans various settings across Australia, including acute inpatient units, community outpatient services, and aged care facilities, with a primary focus on adult and geriatric populations. Dr. Subramaniam is committed to providing collaborative, person-centred care, and she derives great satisfaction from building meaningful connections with her patients and witnessing their positive responses to treatment. Her approach aims to instil hope and offer substantial support working collaboratively with both patients and their families.

In addition to her clinical expertise, Dr. Subramaniam has made substantial contributions to mental health leadership initiatives. She has participated in various leadership programs and has successfully led changes within her service, reflecting her commitment to advancing best practices in psychiatric care. As a former member of the local psychiatric training committee, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the training of psychiatric trainees She has served as a college examiner and continues to work as a training supervisor, further demonstrating her dedication to nurturing the next generation of psychiatrists. 

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