Jeffrey C. Looi

Neurologist

📍 Garran

About of Jeffrey C. Looi

Jeffrey C. Looi is a neurologist based at Yamba Drive, Garran, ACT 2605, Australia (in the Garran area). Neurology is about the brain, nerves, and how the body moves, thinks, and reacts. It can affect people in very different ways, and that variety is reflected in the kinds of health issues he sees.


His practice focuses on helping adults and older patients who are dealing with neurological conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, as well as other memory and thinking problems like frontotemporal dementia. He also looks after people with movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, Huntington disease, and progressive supranuclear palsy. At times, he supports patients with issues around eye movement, like supranuclear ophthalmoplegia, and conditions that affect movement coordination.


Not all symptoms are “just movement” or “just memory”. At times, neurological illness can show up as confusion or changes in behaviour, so he also works with patients experiencing delirium and other changes linked to brain function. He may also be involved in care where mental health and the brain overlap, including bipolar disorder (BPD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), schizophrenia, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).


Some people come in after infections or when their health has been affected by serious illness. He treats neurological and brain-related complications seen with conditions such as COVID-19, pneumonia, flu, and even severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). He also deals with drug-related movement side effects, including drug induced dyskinesia.


Over time, he has built experience helping people manage complex, day-to-day symptoms. This can include calming down troubling episodes, supporting steadier movement, and working through changes that slowly develop or flare up after illness. In many cases, treatment is about comfort and safety as much as it is about diagnosis.


Education details and formal research information aren’t listed here. Clinical trial involvement also isn’t shown. What is clear is that his work brings together brain health, movement, and symptom support, especially for conditions that can feel scary and hard to live with.


If you’re looking for a neurologist in Garran who understands both long-term brain conditions and sudden changes in the nervous system, Jeffrey C. Looi’s practice is centred on that mix.

Services & Conditions Treated

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)AnorexiaCOVID-19DementiaHuntington DiseaseMovement DisordersPneumoniaAlzheimer's DiseaseAnti-NMDA Receptor EncephalitisBipolar Disorder (BPD)Brown SyndromeBulimiaCACH SyndromeDeliriumDrug Induced DyskinesiaFluFrontotemporal DementiaGestational DiabetesObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Parkinson's DiseasePerichondritisPost-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Progressive Supranuclear PalsyProgressive Supranuclear Palsy AtypicalSchizophreniaSupranuclear Ophthalmoplegia

Publications

1 total

Policy levers for the NSW psychiatrists' workforce crisis: The implications of Perera's supply-side policy feedback model.

Australasian psychiatry : bulletin of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists • March 20, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What conditions does Dr Jeffrey C. Looi treat?
Dr Looi focuses on a range of neurological conditions including movement disorders (like Parkinson’s and Huntington disease), various dementias (Alzheimer’s, Frontotemporal dementia, Down the list), as well as disorders such as OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and related neurological issues.
What services does Dr Looi offer?
He provides specialist neurology care at his practice in Garran. The listed services cover acute conditions such as delirium and infections like pneumonia, plus chronic neurological conditions and related disorders.
How can I book an appointment with Dr Looi?
Please contact the clinic in Garran to arrange an appointment. The address is on Yamba Drive, Garran, ACT 2605. If you have questions about eligibility or referrals, the clinic staff can help.
Is this a suitable neurologist for someone with memory or cognitive concerns?
Yes. The practice focuses on dementia, Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal dementia, and other cognitive or movement disorders. A consultation can help determine the right investigations and care plan.
Does Dr Looi treat mood and behavioural conditions as part of neurological care?
The practice list includes conditions like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and PTSD, indicating a capacity to address related neurological and psychiatric concerns as part of comprehensive care.
Where is the clinic located?
The clinic is in Garran, ACT 2605, on Yamba Drive. If you’re unsure how to get there, the reception staff can provide directions and parking information.