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Dr David Recht

Psychiatry Melbourne

Dr David Recht

5 years of experience

5,199+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
13
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr David Recht at a glance

Dr David Recht is a Psychiatry practitioner based in Melbourne, Australia, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on psychiatric evaluation, medication management, cbt session (45m), family therapy. Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2017). Serves patients in Melbourne, Australia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Recht is a dedicated psychiatrist committed to providing compassionate and personalised mental health care to patients. They believe in a collaborative approach to treatment, working closely with each individual to understand their unique needs and develop a tailored treatment plan.
Dr Recht's approach to psychiatry is rooted in evidence-based practices, ensuring that patients receive the most effective and up-to-date care available. They are skilled in a range of therapeutic techniques and are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where patients feel comfortable discussing their concerns openly and honestly.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr David Recht

Education & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Melbourne (AU)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Psychiatry
    Universitat de Barcelona, Melbourne (AU)

Career & appointments

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Psychiatry

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-956020 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychiatry
#EB-CEAAB6EA · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Psychiatric evaluation 90791 1,748
Medication management 90833 2,739
CBT session (45m) 90834 1,540
Family therapy 90847 377

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 360.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 180.00 EUR
CBT session (45m) 120 min in_clinic 1,440.00 EUR
Family therapy 90 min in_clinic 900.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

David Recht in consultation
IN OFFICE
David Recht with the team
WITH TEAM
David Recht at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 82s
Meet David Recht

Research & publications

h-index: 14 · i10: 4

  1. Long-term follow-up of Psychiatry across AU
    David Recht, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2026
    DOI: 10.2138/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38576057 · cited by 89
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychiatry
    David Recht, et al. · World Psychiatry, 2025
    DOI: 10.5411/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37894544 · cited by 67

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Psychiatry European Annual Congress (Psychiatry) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Psychiatry National Society Meeting · Melbourne · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Psychiatry — Melbourne · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • European Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2022
  • World Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2022
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2022

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Psychiatry
  • Awareness When should you see a psychiatry?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · david.recht@euroclinics.example

Location

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr David Recht's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr David Recht treats, with the size of the national pool of Australia doctors offering the same care.

Psychiatry

Mood, anxiety, sleep and psychotic disorders — diagnostic evaluation, medication management and therapy referral.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Melbourne matters

Medical practice in Australia is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Australia medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Melbourne carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does David Recht specialise in?

    David Recht specialises in Psychiatry in Melbourne, AU.

  • What conditions does David Recht treat?

    David Recht treats conditions within Psychiatry. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does David Recht practise?

    David Recht practises in Melbourne, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does David Recht speak?

    David Recht speaks English.

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