YES - Medicolegal Assessments Group

Dr Christian Van Nieuwenhuysen

By admin
November 23, 2025

Dr. Christian Van Nieuwenhuysen is a leading anaesthetist based at Greenslopes Private Hospital in Brisbane, with recognised expertise in peri-operative critical event investigations, particularly adverse drug reactions. He operates the Queensland Anaesthetic Reaction Clinic, a renowned subspecialty clinic that receives referrals from a diverse range of specialties, including anaesthetists, general practitioners, surgeons, and dentists.

Regarded throughout Queensland as an expert in complex peri-operative cases, Dr. Van Nieuwenhuysen is frequently sought after for his insight and guidance on challenging medical issues. Patients have been referred to his Brisbane clinic from as far afield as Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.

Dr. Van Nieuwenhuysen is a highly respected educator and speaker, regularly invited to present at national-level conferences on peri-operative drug hypersensitivity and other complications of anaesthesia. His work has been published in esteemed international medical journals, further solidifying his position as an expert in the field.

With extensive experience serving on local, national, and bi-national committees and boards—including the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists and the Australian and New Zealand Anaesthetic Allergy Group—Dr. Van Nieuwenhuysen is uniquely qualified to provide balanced, scholarly opinions on all matters related to anaesthesia, including complex medico-legal cases.

Whether you need expert analysis of an adverse peri-operative outcome or testimony in a legal context, Dr. Van Nieuwenhuysen offers authoritative, evidence-based insights to support your case.

Currently based in Brisbane, Dr Van Nieuwenhuysen provides regular availability to conduct MedicoLegal assessments both in person and online via our TeleHealth platform, Kawaconn Video. To book an appointment with Dr Van Niewenhuysen, please call us on (02) 8090 7611, email admin@medicolegalassessmentsgroup.com.au or click the link below to book online through Kawaconn Video.

Ms Rachel Bryde

By admin
November 23, 2025

Her in-depth knowledge and extensive experience ensure that each assessment is thorough, objective, and tailored to meet the specific needs of the medicolegal context. She is committed to delivering reliable, evidence-based reports that assist in making informed decisions for legal and insurance purposes.

To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Rachel, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.

Dr Amanda White

By admin
November 23, 2025

She has extensive experience in the assessment of clinical and behavioural issues that require a comprehensive view of psychological processes and their relevance to legal issues. Her highly specialised training allows her to combine clinical and forensic expertise to provide comprehensive assessments and expert reports that address both clinical and diagnostic questions, as well as forensic issues such as risk assessment and opinion regarding legal questions such as Fitness to Stand Trial and decision-making capacity, for example, financial management. Will accept Criminal assessments.

Dr White is currently based in Caringbah, NSW. She is available to conduct MedicoLegal assessments in person as well as Telehealth via Kawaconn Video. To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Dr White, please call (02) 8090 7611 or email admin@medicolegalassessmentsgroup.com.au. You can also click the link below to book online.

Dr Saba Asif

By admin
November 23, 2025

Dr Asif is currently Head of Rehabilitation Medicine at the Blue Mountains District ANZAC Hospital. In addition to her clinical practice Dr Asif’s experience extends to medical administration and medicolegal reporting.

To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Dr Asif, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.

Dr Milan Djeric

By admin
November 23, 2025

From 1997 to March 2019, he worked at his own private practice, based at the Hobart Private Hospital, where he performed elective lists and consulting.

Since July 2018, he has been doing locum general surgical work at various hospitals in QLD, NSW and VIC

To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Dr Djeric, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.

Dr Harry Chow

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November 23, 2025

His postgraduate qualifications include a Master of Occupational and Environmental Health by Research from Monash University.

Dr Chow was awarded the AFOEM Ramazzini Presentation Prize for best scientific paper related to Occupational and Environmental medicine at the RACP Congress 2022.

Dr Chow is accredited for AMA4 (VIC/TAS) and AMA5 assessments and is a Certified Independent Medical Examiner (CIME) with the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners (ABIME). He is also a Medical Review Officer with the Australasian Medical Review Officers Association (AMROA).

In terms of leadership positions, he is currently the Treasurer General of the Victorian branch of The Australian and New Zealand Society of Occupational Medicine.

Dr Chow is available for independent medical examinations, fitness for duty assessments, permanent impairment assessments (AMA4 and AMA5) and workplace drug and alcohol interpretation.

To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Dr Chow, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.

A.Prof Norman Blumenthal

By admin
November 23, 2025

Assoc. Prof Blumenthal is a foundation member of the Australian Gynaecological Endoscopy Society (AGES). He is also a member of the Australian Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (ACCP) and the Australian Menopause Society (AMS). Expertise Laparoscopic hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus),Endometriosis (endometrial tissue growing outside the uterus),Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding), Uterine and vaginal prolapse, Urinary incontinence, benign uterine fibroids

To book a MedicoLegal appointment with A.Prof Blumenthal, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.

Dr Ameya Kamat

By admin
November 23, 2025

He possesses the expert skills and capabilities required to use cutting edge technologies, tools and methodologies that ultimately lead to superior patient outcomes. Dr Kamat has undertaken a Complex Spine Fellowship at Macquarie University Hospital in Sydney. He has published numerous clinical and scientific papers in peer-reviewed medical journals and presented at international meetings.

To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Dr Kamat, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.

Dr Mahdod Eftekar

By admin
November 23, 2025

Dr Eftekar holds accreditations in several key areas, including the American Medical Association Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Ed., the Comcare Guide to the Assessment of Degree of Permanent Impairment, and the Psychiatric Impairment Rating Scale. They are also certified as a Workers Compensation NSW Permanent Impairment Assessor and a Guidelines to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment Trained Assessor. Dr Eftekar earned their Doctor of Medicine from the Iran Medical Council and holds fellowships with the Royal Australasian College of General Physicians and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. They also possess a Certificate in Consultation Liaison Psychiatry. He has held roles as a Psychiatrist at New Farm Clinic, QLD, and as a Consultation Liaison Psychiatrist at Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, QLD. They have also served as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Queensland, QLD, and worked in psychiatry at the Emotional Health Unit of Mater Hospital, Brisbane, QLD.

To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Dr Eftekar, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.

Mr Simon Dann

By admin
November 23, 2025

Areas that he has worked in extensively are treating Depression/Anxiety, Alcohol and Drug issues and Clients presenting with Employment and Personal relationship issues. He has a research interest in managing major mental illness through therapeutic treatment in addition to medication. Simon’s practice includes the belief that the majority of alcohol and drug issues are related to an underlying mh disorder and once that is treated the person can often reduce their subsequent drug and alcohol use. Finally, Simon has worked extensively with adults presenting with the challenges of ADHD and autism and has a keen interest in this evolving area.

To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Simon, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.

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