Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry
Consultation-liaison psychiatry bridges the gap between psychiatry and other medical specialties, providing expert mental health care for patients admitted to general hospitals.
Integrated Care in Medical Settings
Physical illness and mental health are deeply interconnected. Being hospitalised for a medical or surgical condition can be highly stressful and may precipitate or exacerbate psychiatric symptoms.
Dr Rajcoomar provides specialist psychiatric consultations for patients admitted to general medical or surgical wards, working in liaison with the primary treating physicians and surgeons.
Areas of Focus
Consultation-liaison services address a wide range of complex clinical scenarios where physical and psychological health intersect.
- Delirium and acute confusion states
- Depression or anxiety related to chronic illness or diagnosis
- Psychiatric complications of medical treatments
- Assessment of decision-making capacity
- Management of substance withdrawal in the general hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I access this service if I am in hospital?
If you are admitted to a general hospital and require psychiatric input, your treating physician or surgeon must formally request a consultation from Dr Rajcoomar.
Will you continue to see me after I am discharged?
Yes, if ongoing psychiatric care is needed following your discharge from the general hospital, we can arrange for follow-up appointments at our outpatient rooms.
Is this covered by medical aid?
In-hospital psychiatric consultations requested by your primary treating doctor are generally covered by medical aids, subject to your specific plan's benefits and limits.