Dr Ian Patrick Burges Watson

The Hobart Clinic celebrates the life of Dr Ian Patrick "Paddy" Burges Watson, who passed away peacefully 4th August 2022, aged 89.

Paddy founded The Hobart Clinic in 1977. The Hobart Clinic is a 27 bed private psychiatric hospital, offering inpatient admissions, day programs and outpatient services. It is a unique organisation, as a not-for-profit charity established in service of the community.

Paddy's philosophy, that remains central to the Clinic's practice, was that patients deserved to be recognised as unique individuals with inherent value and strengths, and that the Hobart community deserved access to holistic care.

Paddy was deeply committed to and realised his vision of mental health care that has since become a vital part of the Hobart landscape.