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Dr Sumi Ratnam

Psychiatry United Kingdom

Dr Sumi Ratnam

2 years of experience

1,568+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
4
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Sumi Ratnam at a glance

Dr Sumi Ratnam is a Psychiatry practitioner based in Europe, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. They have 34+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on psychiatric evaluation, medication management, cbt session (45m), family therapy. Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2020).

About

Dr. Sumi Ratnam is a highly skilled and compassionate Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist at Schoen Clinic Chelsea, with nearly three decades of experience in providing expert care to adults with mental health conditions. Dr. Ratnam specialises in forensic psychiatry and has a particular interest in women's mental health, although she also offers specialised mental health support and treatment for men.
Throughout her extensive career, Dr. Ratnam has developed proficiency in risk assessment and domestic violence. She excels in evaluating mental illness, personality disorders, and their impact on parenting and individual response to treatment.
Dr. Ratnam's expertise covers various mental health challenges, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic disorder, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). She is particularly interested in the intersection of mental health with life demands such as parenting, relationships, and work, providing tailored support to individuals navigating these challenges.
With a focus on trauma and PTSD, Dr. Ratnam is dedicated to evaluating and treating individuals who have experienced abuse, whether during childhood or adulthood. She specialises in understanding and addressing the effects of domestic violence, guiding survivors through trauma recovery.
Furthermore, Dr. Ratnam has extensive experience in addressing the impact of mental health conditions on women's overall well-being, particularly during significant life stages such as menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. She tailors her treatment plans to accommodate the unique needs of her patients, including young women transitioning into adulthood.
As an advocate for trans-cultural issues, Dr. Ratnam emphasises the importance of culture and diversity in mental health care. She ensures that her patients' diverse backgrounds and experiences are considered, providing culturally sensitive and inclusive treatment options.

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

— Dr Sumi Ratnam

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla (GB)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Psychiatry
    Universitat de València (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Psychiatry

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-502853 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychiatry
#EB-BBDCBB91 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Psychiatric evaluation 90791 1,409
Medication management 90833 2,782
CBT session (45m) 90834 1,681
Family therapy 90847 1,164

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) 60 min in_clinic 1,620.00 EUR
Family therapy 30 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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Sumi Ratnam in consultation
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WITH TEAM
Sumi Ratnam at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 109s
Meet Sumi Ratnam

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 13

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychiatry
    Sumi Ratnam, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2026
    DOI: 10.4333/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36587384 · cited by 140
  2. Long-term follow-up of Psychiatry across GB
    Sumi Ratnam, et al. · British Journal of Psychiatry, 2025
    DOI: 10.1591/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35652135 · cited by 102
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychiatry
    Sumi Ratnam, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2024
    DOI: 10.6474/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 31530341 · cited by 56
  4. Long-term follow-up of Psychiatry across GB
    Sumi Ratnam, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2023
    DOI: 10.9620/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 33030483 · cited by 130

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • European Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2025
  • World Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · sumi.ratnam@euroclinics.example

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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 Sumi Ratnam's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Sumi Ratnam treats, with the size of the national pool of United Kingdom doctors offering the same care.

Psychiatry

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

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    Sumi Ratnam speaks English.

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