Department of Psychological Medicine 23 Mein Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021

Welcome to the Department of Psychological Medicine at the University of Otago, Wellington! Located at 23 Mein Street in Wellington, New Zealand, our institution is a renowned establishment in the field of mental health.

At our department, our dedicated staff members are driven by their passion for research, teaching, and clinical practice. Our team consists of award-winning psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, a clinical neuropsychologist, social scientists, behavior change researchers, nurses, and service user academics. We also have a Clinical Senior Lecturer team comprising clinicians from four District Health Boards: Hutt Valley, Capital and Coast, Midcentral, and Hawkes Bay.

With an extensive research program focused on mental health practice in Aotearoa New Zealand, our academics are committed to addressing crucial themes in the field. These themes encompass a wide range of topics relevant to mental health, ensuring that our research remains comprehensive and impactful.

We take great pride in our undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programs. Undergraduate medical students at the University of Otago, Wellington receive comprehensive mental health education throughout their three clinical years. Furthermore, we offer a diverse range of postgraduate courses, including a seminar series designed for doctors pursuing psychiatry training to become fellows of RANZCP (registrars).

The Department of Psychological Medicine at the University of Otago, Wellington is dedicated to advancing mental health practice and education in New Zealand. We are located at Level J, 23A Mein Street, Newtown, Wellington. For any inquiries or correspondence, please reach out to us at PO Box 7343, Wellington 6242, New Zealand.

Join us in our mission to promote mental health and well-being in our community. Explore our website to learn more about our institution and the valuable resources we offer.