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Dr Herath Dhammika

Psychiatry Townsville

Dr Herath Dhammika

14 years of experience

10,157+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
9
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Herath Dhammika at a glance

Dr Herath Dhammika is a Psychiatry practitioner based in Townsville, Australia, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on psychiatric evaluation, medication management, cbt session (45m), family therapy. Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2008). Serves patients in Townsville, Australia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Dhammika is a dedicated psychiatrist committed to providing compassionate and personalised mental healthcare. They strive to create a safe and supportive environment where patients can openly discuss their concerns and work towards achieving optimal mental well-being.
Dr Dhammika utilises evidence-based approaches to diagnosis and treatment, ensuring patients receive the most effective care possible. They believe in working collaboratively with patients, empowering them to actively participate in their treatment journey and make informed decisions about their mental health.

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

— Dr Herath Dhammika

Education & training

  1. 2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Townsville (AU)
  2. 2008–2012 Residency · Psychiatry
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Townsville (AU)
  3. 2012–2013 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    AP-HP Paris, FR

Career & appointments

  1. 2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Psychiatry

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-803389 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychiatry
#EB-4397D43C · issued 2013 · renewal 2023
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Psychiatric evaluation 90791 2,694
Medication management 90833 2,025
CBT session (45m) 90834 638
Family therapy 90847 2,123

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) 30 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Family therapy 60 min in_clinic 1,080.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Herath Dhammika in consultation
IN OFFICE
Herath Dhammika with the team
WITH TEAM
Herath Dhammika at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 138s
Meet Herath Dhammika

Research & publications

h-index: 18 · i10: 16

  1. Outcomes of Psychiatry in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Herath Dhammika, et al. · World Psychiatry, 2025
    DOI: 10.2339/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35052123 · cited by 19
  2. European registry analysis of Psychiatry outcomes
    Herath Dhammika, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2024
    DOI: 10.2225/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 33062210 · cited by 73
  3. Outcomes of Psychiatry in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Herath Dhammika, et al. · World Psychiatry, 2023
    DOI: 10.7449/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 39080419 · cited by 71
  4. European registry analysis of Psychiatry outcomes
    Herath Dhammika, et al. · World Psychiatry, 2022
    DOI: 10.4646/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 31356242 · cited by 141

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • European Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2013
  • World Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2013
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2013

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · herath.dhammika@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 Herath Dhammika's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Herath Dhammika 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 Townsville 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 Townsville 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 Herath Dhammika specialise in?

    Herath Dhammika specialises in Psychiatry in Townsville, AU.

  • What conditions does Herath Dhammika treat?

    Herath Dhammika treats conditions within Psychiatry. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Herath Dhammika practise?

    Herath Dhammika practises in Townsville, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Herath Dhammika speak?

    Herath Dhammika speaks English.

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