Jessica Peters-Trevena is a neurologist working at Epworth HealthCare in Melbourne, VIC, Australia. Neurology can be a bit of a mouthful, but the idea is simple: it’s about the brain, the nerves, and how they affect everyday life. Jessica’s role is to help people make sense of symptoms and find care plans that fit.
At times, people see a neurologist because something has changed. It might be memory getting harder to manage, or new movement problems that feel out of character. Jessica looks after patients dealing with memory loss, drug induced dyskinesia, and traumatic brain injury. These can affect thinking, movement, mood, sleep, and energy, and the knock-on effects can be big for both the person and their family.
Memory loss doesn’t always mean the same thing from person to person. In many cases, it can show up after stress, illness, medication changes, or other health issues. Jessica focuses on understanding what’s going on, what the pattern looks like over time, and what support might help most. The goal is usually practical care: clarity, safety, and next steps.
Drug induced dyskinesia is another area Jessica works with. It can be upsetting because it often involves involuntary movement. Managing it can mean reviewing medicines, looking at timing and triggers, and making sure the treatment plan is as balanced as possible for day-to-day life.
After a traumatic brain injury, recovery can be slow and uneven. Some days can be better than others. Symptoms may include headaches, changes in thinking, trouble with concentration, or physical issues. Jessica supports patients as they work through the recovery phase, helping them plan care around symptoms and what they can realistically do at each stage.
Based at Epworth HealthCare in Melbourne, Jessica treats patients who need careful neurological assessment and ongoing follow-up. She also works with families, because understanding the condition and the treatment plan often helps everyone cope better.
Neurological conditions can be complex, but the care doesn’t have to feel complicated. Jessica’s approach is calm and grounded, focusing on what matters most to the person sitting in front of her—clear explanations, sensible decisions, and support that keeps moving forward.
