MBBS, BSc., LLB (Hons), FRANZCP

Dr Ryan qualified as a general doctor in 2003 and has been working full-time in psychiatry since 2005. All of his tertiary qualifications were obtained at the University of Queensland. He achieved Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists in 2011.

He treats a wide range of psychiatric conditions including mood and anxiety disorders, various forms of psychosis, and substance misuse. He has worked in both private and public practice for over 10 years. Dr Ryan established, and is the director of, Westside Medical Specialists in Toowong, Brisbane. He also currently holds the following appointments:

• Senior Visiting Medical Officer to Queensland Health and serves as the clinical leader for teams composed of psychologists, social workers, nurses, and psychiatric registrars.
• Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Queensland.
• Visiting psychiatrist to Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander clinics (Woolloongabba and Gladstone; formerly also Hervey Bay)
• Member, Qld Government General Medical Assessment Tribunal.
• Member, Qld Government Medical and Allied Health Advisory Panel.
• Australian Institute of Sport, Mental Health Referral Network.

Prior to completing University degrees in Science and Medicine, Dr Ryan completed a Law degree and was admitted as a Barrister of the Supreme Court of Queensland. He is experienced in complex medico-legal matter and has been consulted as an Independent Medical Expert by a wide variety of clients and organisations.

Dr Ryan practices in the area of General Adult psychiatry and is committed to an “evidence-based medicine” approach to the care of his patients. He thus considers biological, psychological, and social factors when assessing problems and developing management plans for his patients. Dr Ryan has advanced training in CBT and psychotherapy and recognises both the importance of psychological therapies and the limitations of medicines.

Dr Ryan aims to be approachable and non-judgmental whilst being professional and outcome-focused. Patient confidentiality is always strictly maintained. Quote: “to love and to work” Sigmund Freud, when asked about the purpose of life.