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About Dr Guirish Radja
Personal Profile
Dr Guirish Radja, a consultant psychiatrist based in Birmingham, specialises in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, memory issues, and trauma. He earned his medical degree (MBBS) from the Imperial College School of Medicine in London and holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Neuropsychiatry (MSc), awarded with distinction, from the University of Birmingham. He holds a Masters degree in Law (LLM), awarded with merit. Additionally, Dr Radja is recognised as a Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (FRCPsych), marking his expertise and contributions to the field of psychiatry.
Dr Radja prioritises accurately diagnosing his patients through thorough assessment and investigation, as this determines the appropriate treatment options. An initial consultation with him, which typically lasts around an hour, includes a comprehensive evaluation of the patient’s mental state and memory functions (if necessary), along with blood tests and neuroimaging techniques like CT, MRI, or PET scans. To ensure his patients’ convenience, all tests are carried out at the same hospital, aiming to minimise waiting times for these tests, although this can vary depending on the specific medical conditions being addressed.
He is experienced in diagnosing and managing the psychiatric effects of neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease. He holds expert knowledge in addressing mental health issues in the elderly, utilising a combination of psychotropic medications and psychological therapies, including cognitive behavioural therapy, to provide comprehensive care. He adopts a holistic treatment strategy that encompasses both pharmacological and psychological therapies as deemed suitable. He is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), a form of psychotherapy designed to alleviate emotional distress and symptoms stemming from traumatic life events. Collaborating with a team of skilled psychotherapists, he offers comprehensive treatment for a broad spectrum of psychological issues. His research endeavours, particularly focused on the treatment of limbic encephalitis, have led to his work being published in internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals, such as the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry (JNNP), and The Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences (JNCN).
Dr Radja is a consultant psychiatrist working within the NHS in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. He holds positions in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. He is an Honorary Clinical Lecturer at Keele University Medical School, a Training Program Director at the Health Education West Midlands (deanery) School of Psychiatry, and an examiner for the Royal College of Psychiatrists. He works for the General Medical Council (GMC) to assess and supervise doctors with mental health problems.
He is a Medical Member of His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service. He is also a Special Medical Visitor for the Office of the Public Guardian and the Court of Protection, conducting assessments of mental capacity in complex cases. As requested by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), he provides second opinions on authorising hospital treatment plans for detained patients.
Dr Radja offers his expertise at The Priory Hospital in Birmingham, primarily through video consultations. He is recognised by most insurance providers as an approved specialist. He accepts instructions from solicitors for medico-legal cases and is certified as a Civil Expert Witness by Bond Solon.
Clinical Interests
Specialties:
- Clinical Psychiatry
- Old age psychiatry
- Neuropsychiatry
- Memory disorders
Professional Memberships
- General Medical Council
- Royal College of Psychiatrists
- British Neuropsychiatric Association
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Bond Solon - Civil Expert Witness
