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Contact, Referrals, Talks & Education

Dr Kenchaiah sees adults by referral from a GP or treating specialist, at Delmont Consulting Suites in Glen Iris. Choose the path that fits.

I am a patient or family member ↓I am a GP or specialist ↓

For patients and families

  • Seeking help is not a judgement on you; it is the step that matters.
  • Ask your GP or treating specialist for a referral. They can send it to the rooms, or give it to you to send.
  • The rooms contact you to arrange a time. The typical wait is around 4 weeks. An earlier appointment may be possible if a cancellation arises.
  • Not sure you are ready, or not sure there is a problem? That is a reason to ask your GP, not a reason to wait.
  • Worried about someone else? DirectLine, 1800 888 236, is a free and confidential alcohol and drug line in Victoria, open 24 hours, and it also helps family members. Our resources may help too.

What to expect at a first appointment →Questions patients ask →

For GPs and specialists

  • Please send referrals by fax or email. The rooms contact your patient directly to arrange the first appointment.
  • Please include the patient's medical history and relevant background, current medications with doses, names of treating specialists involved in their care, recent pathology and relevant investigations, and your clinical question or reason for referral.
  • Not currently accepting general TAC, WorkCover, or DVA referrals. Exceptions considered for opioid dependence treatment (ODT, also called OST).

Fax and email details ↓How shared care works →

The rooms

Delmont Consulting Suites

Address314 Warrigal Road, Glen Iris VIC 3146 Tel03 9834 3600 Fax03 9834 3666 Email[email protected] Websitedelmonthospital.com.au ↗
Collaborative Care

Working Together

Dr Kenchaiah works closely with GPs, treating specialists and allied health professionals to coordinate medication changes and broader management. Shared care arrangements are discussed openly and agreed upon based on what best serves the patient's clinical needs. Detailed letters are provided after each consultation.

Dr Kenchaiah has also co-authored an open-access paper on integrated addiction care in private practice: Wearing many hats: the art of addiction psychiatry in private practice (Australasian Psychiatry, 2026).

Quick Answers

Before you refer or book

Who does Dr Kenchaiah see, and is there an age range?

Adults, generally between 18 and 65. Referrals outside this range are considered case by case, depending on the clinical presentation. He does not provide child and adolescent psychiatry services.

Does Dr Kenchaiah prescribe medications, or only deprescribe?

Both. He prescribes where clinically indicated. Some patients come to start treatment, some to optimise an existing regimen, and some for a comprehensive psychiatric assessment.

Does Dr Kenchaiah provide second opinions?

Yes. They are particularly welcome where there is a question about prescription medication dependence, polypharmacy or an addiction-related presentation. A referral letter from a GP or treating specialist is required.

What about fees, consulting days and telehealth?

A gap fee above the Medicare rebate applies; please contact the rooms for current fee information. Private consultations are on Mondays and Fridays, in person. Telehealth is not offered.

All questions →

After-hours & Emergency Dr Kenchaiah does not offer emergency or after-hours consultations. If a patient is in crisis, please contact: Emergency 000 · Lifeline 13 11 14 · DirectLine 1800 888 236 · Crisis Assessment Team (CAT) ↗