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Dr Jayaprakash Rajendran

Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist

About

As a consultant psychiatrist with over 25 years of experience, I am deeply committed to providing comprehensive, personalised mental health care. I believe in working collaboratively with patients to develop effective treatment plans that address both immediate concerns and long-term wellbeing. My extensive experience in various healthcare settings allows me to offer evidence-based treatments while maintaining a compassionate, holistic approach to mental health care.

Position at Priory

I am a consultant psychiatrist at Priory, currently working in the acute adult inpatient services at Priory Hospital Woodbourne in Birmingham. I have been with Priory since 2021, bringing extensive experience in both NHS and private psychiatric care. I hold substantive consultant positions across various Priory hospital sites, including Woodbourne, Barnt Green and other locations in the Birmingham area.

Research interests

  • Medical anthropology and medical humanities
  • Risk assessment and management in psychiatric care
  • Dual diagnosis and substance misuse treatment
  • Service development in mental health settings
  • Healthcare information technology applications in psychiatry

Links to clinical articles/ research papers

  • Godhania U, Rajendran J, Odeyemi O (2024) "Aripiprazole-Induced Orofacial Dyskinesia in a Young Male: A Case Report". Published in Cureus Journal of Medical Science

  • Kranidiotis LS, Rajendran JP (2006) "Goserelin for Menstrual Psychosis" - Published in Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

  • Pharmacological Management of Dementia (2010) - Handbook of Dementia 2nd Edition

  • Research on dual diagnosis and substance misuse treatment outcomes.

  • Published work on integrated drug treatment services in clinical settings

Languages

  • English
  • Tamil

Qualifications

  • Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (CCT) in General Adult Psychiatry (2011)
  • This is the highest level of training qualification for psychiatrists in the UK, confirming specialist expertise in adult mental health
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Psychiatry (2003)
  • An advanced medical degree specialising in psychiatric medicine
  • Approved Clinician under the Mental Health Act (2009)
  • Legal qualification to make decisions about patient care under mental health legislation
  • Section 12 Approved Doctor certification (renewed 2021)
  • Specialised certification for assessing patients under the Mental Health Act
  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) (1995)
  • The primary medical degree qualifying me to practise as a doctor

Additional specialist qualifications:

  • Post Graduate Certificate in the Management of Drug Misuse (2008-2009)
  • Advanced training from the Royal College of General Practitioners in treating substance use disorders 
  • Certificate in NHS Health Care Finance in England (2011) 
  • Training in healthcare management and service delivery 
  • Clinical Systems Improvement in Mental Health NHS certification (2009) 
  • Advanced training in improving mental healthcare systems and service quality 
  • Post Graduate Certificate in Management Awareness in NHS (2009) 
  • Specialised training in healthcare leadership and management 
  • Personality Disorder Awareness Training certification (2009) 
  • Advanced training in treating complex personality disorders 

Professional body memberships: 

  • General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register - General Adult Psychiatry 
  • British Medical Association (BMA) 
  • Medical Defence Union (MDU) 
  • British Neuropsychiatry Association 
  • British Indian Psychiatric Association 
  • Specialty and Associate Specialist Psychiatrists Association 

All qualifications are current and registered with the appropriate UK regulatory bodies. I maintain regular professional development and training to ensure my knowledge and skills remain up-to-date with the latest advances in psychiatric care.