Our Mission
Innovative Treatments
At TMS and Ketamine Brisbane, our mission is to provide cutting-edge therapies for those battling mental illness. Both TMS and ketamine treatments have been shown to be superior to medications in certain conditions, such as treatment-resistant depression and OCD. We are dedicated to educating our community about these options and invite you to explore our services for effective relief.
Services
Our clinic provides the following services:
TMS
TMS is a non-invasive procedure with strong evidence for treatment resistant depression, OCD, and chronic pain. It does not require any sedation and has a higher remission rate compared to medications for treatment-resistant depression.
Ketamine
Ketamine is an emerging and highly effective for treatment-resistant depression. It does not require any sedation and has a higher remission rate compared to medications for treatment-resistant depression.
Our Team
Dr. Tana Lucksanapiruk
Dr. Lucksanapiruk, known for his kindness and multicultural insights, is an Australian-trained psychiatrist originally from Thailand. After conducting research at the Harvard Stem Cell Institute, he pursued his passion for medicine at Flinders University in Adelaide and completed his psychiatry training in Brisbane.
Specializing in Adult Psychiatry, Dr. Lucksanapiruk has expertise in treating mood disorders, OCD, PTSD, and Adult ADHD. He has a particular interest in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Neurostimulation Therapies, including Ketamine, rTMS, and ECT.
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Dr. Venura Palihawadana
Dr Palihawadana is a senior psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience. Prior to his relocation to Australia in May 2021, he held esteemed positions as a consultant psychiatrist and senior lecturer at the Psychiatry University of Sri Jayewardenepura and at the Colombo South Teaching Hospital. Known for his extensive knowledge and insight, Dr. Palihawadana brings together a multicultural perspective and deep compassion to provide comprehensive, holistic care.
During his tenure in Australia, Dr. Palihawadana has contributed his expertise to both private and public inpatient and outpatient settings. His comprehensive experience spans the assessment, management, and treatment of a broad spectrum of mental health conditions, encompassing mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, addictions, and adult ADHD.
Dr Nongpanga Ritsuebchuea
Dr Ritsuebchuea is the Medical Officer who will be overseeing your TMS and Ketamine treatments. She has extensive medical experience with management of complex medical comorbidities is currently a registrar with the Royal College of Physicians.
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FAQs
1 /Fees
TMS is bulk-billed and subsidised for treatment-resistant depression by Medicare, DVA, WorkCover, and Defense if you meet the criteria.
Ketamine is only subsidised by DVA. All other patients will have out-of-pocket costs.
Please contact our office to determine if you are eligibile for the rebate.
2 / Referral
GP referrals are required. Please send them through to our email or via Medical Objects.
3 / Emergencies
For all emergencies, please call 000 or present to your local emergency department.