Dr. Janus Steyn Psychiatrist
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Office Location:
2505 32nd Avenue
Vernon, BC
V1T 2K8
Phone: 250-544-7035
Fax: 778-506-2051
Email: admin@drjanussteyn.com
ACCEPTING REFERRALS FOR:
ACCEPTING REFERRALS FOR:
Adult patients, aged 19-65 from North Okanagan, BC with mood disorders, anxiety disorders and adult ADHD.
Patients with dual diagnosis (substance use and co-occurring mental health diagnosis) or diagnosis requiring sub-speciality care eg. eating disorders, personality disorders, intellectual disability, autism, brain injury, chronic pain, geriatrics, adolescents etc. are better served by the well-developed, team-based services from Interior Health Authority at the Vernon Mental Health and Substance Use.
HOW TO BE REFERRED:
HOW TO BE REFERRED:
Please note that Dr. Steyn only accepts referrals from North Okanagan family physicians. Please do not contact Dr. Steyn's office unless you have received a message from Dr. Janus Steyn Psychiatrist to confirm that your referral has been accepted. Enquiries regarding self-referrals will not be replied to.
ABOUT DR. STEYN:
ABOUT DR. STEYN:
Dr. Steyn completed his undergraduate (B.Sc.), graduate (Mb.Ch.B) and post-graduate Masters degree in Medicine (Psychiatry) at the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa, as well as a fellowship in Psychiatry with the College of Medicine of South Africa. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, a Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada (LMCC) and licensed as a psychiatrist, in good standing, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. He has worked in clinical practice as a medical doctor and psychiatrist in South Africa and Canada for over 20 years.
what is a psychiatrist?
what is a psychiatrist?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders. They use a combination of talk therapy (psychotherapy), medications, and other therapeutic techniques to help their patients. They typically start with a thorough evaluation of a patient's mental and physical health, including their symptoms, medical history, and any other relevant information. After that, they can make a diagnosis, and then they develop a treatment plan that may include therapy, medication, or other interventions. They will monitor and adjust the treatment plan as needed. They also work closely with other healthcare providers, such as primary care physicians, psychologists, and social workers, to coordinate the best care for their patients.
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