Dr Vinay Kumar

Psychiatrist
MB BCh, BAO(Irel), FRANZCP
Dr Vinay Kumar

Professional background

Dr Vinay Kumar is a General Psychiatrist who specialises in the treatment of adolescent, adult and older persons’ mental health concerns.

Dr Kumar received his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. Following this, he completed
his psychiatric training in Queensland and Melbourne. He is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP).

Dr Kumar accepts inpatient admissions and offers outpatient appointments from his private practice suites at South Eastern Private Hospital.

He has an interest in mood disorders, anxiety disorders and psychosis, and also has a special interest in Bipolar Disorder. He also provides support and assessments for individuals seeking early access to their superannuation on mental health grounds including, but not limited to infertility treatment, gun licenses and driving assessments.

Dr Kumar accepts WorkCover, TAC, DVA and CommInsure clients. He also undertakes Item 291 assessments, to assist General Practitioners with the development of treatment plans for the ongoing care of their patients.

In his spare time he enjoys travel, the arts and watching sport.

Areas of Interest

  • Adolescents
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Mood Disorders
  • Older Persons Mental Health
  • Perinatal Disorders
  • Postnatal Depression
  • Psychosis

Languages

  • English

Telehealth

No

Client groups

  • Adults
  • Young Adults
  • Perinatal

Hospital Admissions Contact Info

South Eastern Private Hospital - Hospital Admissions - Mental Health

Private Practice Contact Info

South Eastern Clinic

Cnr Princes Highway and Heatherton Road,
Noble Park, VIC 3174

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