Dr Thurairetnam Sivaruban
Qualifications
MBBS
FRANZCP
Professional Summary
Dr. Thurairetnam Sivaruban is an Australian-trained psychiatrist and Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. With extensive experience working in both public hospitals and private practice, Dr. Ruban has developed expertise in managing a wide range of mental health disorders, including mood disorders, psychosis, and anxiety disorders. His broad experience includes conducting comprehensive mental health assessments for adults and specialized services for older adults and veterans.
Clinical Experience
Dr. Ruban’s career spans various public hospitals, including Nepean Hospital, Port Macquarie Hospital, Bowral Hospital, Wyoming Hospital, and St. Joseph’s Hospital. He brings a wealth of experience in managing complex mental health cases, conducting independent medical examinations (IME), and providing expert assessments for worker’s compensation, fitness for duty, and other medico-legal matters. His accreditation across numerous schemes and guidelines attests to his expertise and professionalism in this field.
Specialties
General Adult Psychiatry
Mood Disorders
Psychosis
Anxiety Disorders
Approach to Care
Dr. Ruban is committed to delivering personalised and patient-centered care. He believes in a collaborative approach, working closely with his patients to develop tailored treatment plans that address their unique needs and circumstances. His proficiency in Tamil allows him to connect with a broader range of patients, ensuring effective communication and culturally sensitive care.
Languages
English and Tamil
Special Interests
Dr. Ruban has a particular interest in providing psychiatric care to individuals over 65 years and veterans, as well as conducting independent medical examinations (IME) for a variety of claims. His dedication to telehealth, especially for older adults and those with intellectual disabilities, underscores his commitment to making mental healthcare accessible and inclusive.
Telehealth Services
Dr. Ruban is a strong advocate of telehealth services, particularly online video conferencing, which he sees as a vital tool in improving access to mental healthcare. He is particularly focused on providing telepsychiatric services to individuals over the age of 65 and those with intellectual disabilities, ensuring they receive the same high standard of care as in-person consultations.
Australia-Based
Our psychiatrists are located in Australia and governed by Australian law.
Online Appointments
Get access to telepsychiatry services from any eligible area.
Comprehensive Services
Our psychiatrists specialise in various fields and various age groups.
We’re Not An Emergency Service
Telehealth services, including those provided by JAAS Psych, are not for emergencies. In case of immediate risk, dial 000 or visit your local hospital’s emergency department.
If you are seeking additional supports, please see below.
Lifeline
A national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Suicide Call Back Service
Suicide Call Back Service offers free professional 24/7 telephone counselling support to people at risk of suicide, concerned about someone at risk, bereaved by suicide and people experiencing emotional or mental health issues.
Beyond Blue
Whether you're seeking mental health information or 24/7 qualified support for you or someone else, Beyond Blue here for you.
headspace
headspace is Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds.