Our Services

Our administrative and clinical team is second to none. We reiterates the pledge to help all and give hope.

Our Practitioners

Psychiatrist

Dr Ankur Gupta

MBBS FRANZCP FRCPsych (UK) MBA Certified Independent Medical Examiner (AMA 5)
Honorary Lecturer in Psychiatry (UQ)

Dr Ankur Gupta is a consultant psychiatrist with extensive experience in providing independent medical examination reports (IME), both here in Australia and in the UK for more than 15 years. His reports have tackled matters such as work related injury, mental capacity, pre-sentencing, criminal responsibility, motor vehicle accidents, institutional abuse and parenting capability. Dr Gupta also specialises in assessing claims related to Medical Negligence. He has provided expert evidence to legal bodies in Scotland and Australia.

He is recognised in Queensland, Victoria and Tasmania as competent to assess permanent impairment from psychiatric disorders. He is a panel specialist for assessing psychological injury for WorkCover Queensland and Motor Accident Injury Assessment Scheme (MAIAS) South Australia. He is certified to assess psychological injury with AMA 5 and has attended training with the Australian College of Legal Medicine.

Dr Gupta has expertise in treating resistant psychiatric disorders including Depression, OCD, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorders and PTSD.

He is able to assess clients at Brisbane Psychiatry Centre or via a secure videolink.

Consultant Psychiatrist & Psychogeriatrician

Dr Manoj George

MBBS, DCP (Ireland), MSc (Neuroscience & Neurodegeneration, London), CCT (Old Age Psychiatry), FRANZCP, FPOA, FRCPsych (UK), FAPA

Dr. Manoj George is a Consultant Psychiatrist and Psychogeriatrician with extensive experience in the UK and Australia. A Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP), Dr. George specialises in adult and old age psychiatry, managing a wide range of conditions including mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, personality disorders, and neurocognitive disorders like dementia. He is particularly skilled in the assessment and management of complex mental health and cognitive issues in older adults.

Dr. George also provides comprehensive medico-legal assessments and expert reports, with extensive experience in forensic psychiatry, including capacity evaluations and personal injury cases. His insights are valued for their clarity and adherence to high medical and legal standards.

Professional Qualifications & Memberships:
• FRANZCP: Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists
• FRCPsych (UK): Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, United Kingdom
• FAPA: Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association
• CCT in Old Age Psychiatry, UK
• MSc in Neuroscience & Neurodegeneration, King’s College London
• DCP (Ireland): Diploma in Clinical Psychiatry
• FPOA: Accredited Member of the Faculty of Psychiatry of Old Age
• FADLP: Accredited Member of the Faculty of Adult Psychiatry
• Member of the Australian and New Zealand Society for Geriatric Medicine (ANZGM)
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS)

Areas of Expertise:
• Neurocognitive and capacity assessments
• Diagnosis and management of mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders
• Dementia care and management of neuropsychiatric symptoms
• Medico-legal evaluations for court-related matters
• Biological treatments, including ECT and neurostimulation

Personal Interests: Dr. George enjoys reading on culture, spirituality, philosophy, and the mind-brain connection. He values family time, travel, and is actively involved in community mental health outreach programs, especially those supporting older adults.

Practice Manager

Mrs Deepa Singal

Deepa is an experienced practice manager with exceptional customer service skills. She works tirelessly to provide the clients with a respectful and responsive service.

Proofreader and Quality Assurance Officer

Mrs Ravina Bhalla

Ravina Bhalla brings her keen eye for detail and dedication to excellence to the Brisbane Psychiatry Centre as a Quality Assurance Specialist and Proofreader. With over seven years of experience as a social worker, Ravina has developed a strong foundation in communication and content management. She holds a master’s degree in social work and has worked with non-governmental organisations in India, focusing on women's empowerment and child development.

Her work has involved managing communications, creating high-quality, engaging content, and providing business training to support women’s financial independence. Ravina's experience in proofreading and content creation is complemented by her expertise in digital marketing, further enhancing her ability to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with the Centre’s goals. Passionate about mental health advocacy, she is committed to maintaining the highest standards for the Centre's digital presence.