Welcome to the Neuropsychiatry and Psychiatric Practice of
Dr. Frans Hugo
Neuropsychiatry is a specialised branch of medicine that integrates elements of psychiatry and neurology to explore the complex relationship between brain function and behaviour. This interdisciplinary field focuses on understanding how neurological disorders influence mental health, aiming to diagnose and treat conditions that manifest both cognitive and emotional symptoms.
Psychiatry is a medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health and emotional disorders. Psychiatrists, who are medical doctors, utilise a variety of diagnostic tools, including medical laboratory tests, psychological assessments, and discussions with patients to understand their mental state. The field encompasses various treatment modalities such as medications, psychotherapy, and other psychosocial interventions.
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines mental health as “a state of well-being in which an individual realises their own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to their community.” This definition highlights the importance of mental health as more than just the absence of mental disorders, emphasising the ability to manage life’s challenges, work effectively, and contribute to society.
Dr Frans Hugo
Dr. Frans Hugo obtained his medical qualifications in South Africa, and specialised in psychiatry at Stellenbosch University, Cape Town. With a nearly three-decades-long career, he holds deep expertise in mental health, particularly emphasising geriatric mental health, neuropsychiatry, and psychopharmacology. A fellow of the Australian College of Psychiatrists for over a decade, Dr Hugo imparts knowledge in neuropsychiatry to budding psychiatrists. He also serves as an adjunct lecturer at the University of Western Australia and Notre Dame. Dr. Hugo is dedicated to guiding his patients toward realising their fullest potential and achieving holistic well-being. Outside the medical realm, he cherishes moments with his family and pursues his passion for photography.
I aim to offer top-tier, evidence-driven psychiatric services for those I serve.
At the heart of our approach is a partnership: clients are encouraged to voice their unique needs, and together, we shape individualised treatment plans.
Harnessing the latest in medication therapies, along with supportive counselling and, when suitable, psychosocial rehabilitation, I am dedicated to fostering a journey towards improved mental and emotional well-being for each client.
I would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Australia and pay my respects to their Elders, past, present, and emerging. I extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples visiting our website.
The Marian Centre
190 Cambridge Street, Wembley, Western Australia, 6014, Australia
Phone: 08 9486 7399
Fax: 08 9381 2612
Email Reception at Marian Centre: mrn.info@aurorahealth.com.au
Frans Hugo 