Dr E Kalyana Rodrigo
(Bilingual – Sinhalese & English)
I have had an illustrious career in psychiatry as a general adult psychiatrist. I am proud of my career spanning over four decades, and I have had the privilege of serving in many other countries. From my early days in Sri Lanka, I contributed to psychiatry services in England, Bermuda, Canberra, and now in Sydney. I am committed to enhancing the well-being of my patients.
Being the inaugural president of the Sri Lanka College of Psychiatry and starting the first state-run residential rehabilitation centre in Sri Lanka are rewarding experiences that highlight my career.
Since 2007, until I moved to Sydney in 2024, I have been an integral part of the Canberra Health Service as a Senior Staff Specialist. I worked in both inpatient and community settings. I established the only smoking cessation clinic within the Canberra Health Service in September 2015. I enjoy challenges in psychiatry and have a particular interest in sexual dysfunctions, smoking, substance dependence and alcohol abuse, often underrepresented areas of psychiatry. My approach to patient care is holistic and empathetic as I ensure everyone feels heard, understood, and empowered on their unique journey to well-being.
Dr E Kalyana Rodrigo specialises in:
- Smoking cessation
- Sexual dysfunctions
- Depression & Bipolar,
- Psychosis, Schizophrenia & related disorders,
- PTSD & trauma, OCD, Anxiety,
- Behavioural Issues, Anger, Stress, Grief and Loss
- Australian Defence Personal – (ADF/DVA) assessment and treatment
- Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
- Workcover / Medico-Legal civil cases
- ADHD/ADD