Psychiatry

In case of a mental health emergency

For immediate assistance with life threatening situations call 000

Mental Health Emergency Response Line (MHERL): 1300 555 788

Psychiatry is a medical speciality which is devoted to the study, diagnoses, treatment and prevention of mental disorders.

We provide a comprehensive range of tertiary-level psychiatric and mental health services to our patients.

We also provide some State-wide services though the North Metropolitan Health Service (external link) and South Metropolitan Mental Health Service (external link).

We use evidence-based strategies to maximise patient well-being.

For urgent problems after hours call the duty psychiatry registrar or consultant through the Royal Perth Hospital switchboard 9224 2244.

Last Updated: 17/03/2023