BSc (Cant) MB ChB (Auck) FRANZCP Cert POA
Email matthew.croucher@cdhb.health.nz
Matthew is a Psychiatrist of Old Age and Senior Clinical Lecturer with mixed clinical and academic roles in the University of Otago, Christchurch and the Canterbury District Health Board.
His main research interests in psychiatry of old age are currently in service development, outcomes measurement, and antipsychotic medicines.
For the university, he is responsible for 4th year medical student psychiatry teaching and Masters course teaching in psychiatry of old age.
He is the founder and Director of the CDHB’s Psychiatry of Old Age Academic Unit, which provides teaching, training, research and service management advice in the older persons mental health sector. For the CDHB, he also carries out clinical work and leads the South Island regional Dementia Initiative.
Dr Croucher received his specialist training in Christchurch and Oxford, UK, and has been working in a consultant / senior clinical lecturer capacity since 2003.
Publications
Aye, W. W. T., Melzer, T. R., Keenan, R. J., Croucher, M. J., Tippett, L. J., Anderson, T. J., & Le Heron, C. (2022). Early phase amyloid PET as a surrogate marker of brain metabolism in neurodegenerative disorders. In K. Horne (Ed.), Proceedings of the 38th International Australasian Winter Conference on Brain Research (AWCBR). (pp. 88). Retrieved from https://www.queenstownresearchweek.org
Tanveer, S., Croucher, M. J., & Porter, R. J. (2022). Cultural modification of neuropsychiatric assessment: Complexities to consider. BJPsych Open, 8, e68. doi: 10.1192/bjo.2022.33
Aroll, S., Croucher, M., Dudley, M., & Robertson, A. (2021, September-October). Dementia action plan. Panel discussion at the Vision for Ageing in Aotearoa Conference, [Online].
Croucher, M. (2021, August). Best practice management of dementia. Plenary presentation at the South General Practice Conference & Medical Exhibition (GP CME), [Online].
Allan, D., Croucher, M., Gee, S., & Porter, R. (2021). Development of an autobiographical memory test for older electroconvulsive therapy candidates. Australasian Psychiatry, 29(2), 214-217. doi: 10.1177/10398562211003599
Croucher, M. (2007). Psychiatric emergencies. In M. Scott-Brown, R. A. J. Spence & P. G. Johnston (Eds.), Emergencies in oncology. (pp. 303-317). Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
Chapter in Book - Research
Allan, D., Croucher, M., Gee, S., & Porter, R. (2021). Development of an autobiographical memory test for older electroconvulsive therapy candidates. Australasian Psychiatry, 29(2), 214-217. doi: 10.1177/10398562211003599
Journal - Research Article
Moebs, I., Gee, S., Miyahara, M., Paton, H., & Croucher, M. (2017). Perceptions of a cognitive rehabilitation group by older people living with cognitive impairment and their caregivers: A qualitative interview study. Dementia, 16(4), 513-522. doi: 10.1177/1471301215609738
Journal - Research Article
Croucher, M. (2016). Should a CT Head be a standard part of the diagnostic process for dementia in New Zealand? New Zealand Medical Journal, 129(1445), 15-22. Retrieved from http://www.nzma.org.nz/journal
Journal - Research Article
Ndukwe, H. C., Wang, T., Tordoff, J. M., Croucher, M. J., & Nishtala, P. S. (2016). Geographic variation in psychotropic drug utilisation among older people in New Zealand. Australasian Journal on Ageing, 35(4), 242-248. doi: 10.1111/ajag.12298
Journal - Research Article
Penny, K., Barron, A., Higgins, A.-M., Gee, S., Croucher, M., & Cheung, G. (2016). Convergent validity, concurrent validity, and diagnostic accuracy of the interRAI Depression Rating Scale. Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry & Neurology, 29(6), 361-368. doi: 10.1177/0891988716666376
Journal - Research Article
Smith, K., Gee, S., Sharrock, T., & Croucher, M. (2016). Developing a dementia-friendly Christchurch: Perspectives of people with dementia. Australasian Journal on Ageing, 35(3), 188-192. doi: 10.1111/ajag.12287
Journal - Research Article
Cheung, G., Clugston, A., Croucher, M., Malone, D., Mau, E., Sims, A., & Gee, S. (2015). Performance of three cognitive screening tools in a sample of older New Zealanders. International Psychogeriatrics, 27(6), 981-989. doi: 10.1017/S1041610214002889
Journal - Research Article
Partington, J., Gee, S., Leith, A.-M., & Croucher, M. (2012). "Talking in a new way": Older individuals' experiences of group work in an acute psychiatric ward. Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 55(1), 72-86. doi: 10.1080/01634372.2011.625595
Journal - Research Article
Hoggarth, P., Innes, C., Dalrymple-Alford, J., Croucher, M., Severinsen, J., Gray, J., … Jones, R. (2011). Assessment of older drivers in New Zealand: The current system, research and recommendations. Australasian Journal on Ageing, 30(3), 148-155. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-6612.2010.00478.x
Journal - Research Article
Gee, S. B., Croucher, M. J., & Beveridge, J. (2010). Measuring outcomes in mental health services for older people: An evaluation of the Health of the Nation Outcome Scales for elderly people (HoNOS65+). International Journal of Disability, Development & Education, 57(2), 155-174. doi: 10.1080/10349121003750711
Journal - Research Article
Tanveer, S., Croucher, M. J., & Porter, R. J. (2022). Cultural modification of neuropsychiatric assessment: Complexities to consider. BJPsych Open, 8, e68. doi: 10.1192/bjo.2022.33
Journal - Research Other
Croucher, M. (2018). Is there a place for day hospitals in older persons mental health care? New Zealand Medical Journal, 131(1480), 11-13. Retrieved from https://www.nzma.org.nz/journal
Journal - Research Other
Croucher, M., Plopsky, I., Pridan, S., & Barak, Y. (2017). Treatment options for psychotic depression in older people: Focused literature review by New Zealand Psychogeriatric Team. Annals of Psychiatry & Mental Health, 5(1), 1094.
Journal - Research Other
Croucher, M. J. (2016). The prevalence of late-life mental disorders in New Zealand and Australia is still unknown. Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, 50(3), 285-287. doi: 10.1177/0004867415595716
Journal - Research Other
Aldridge, G., Collins, C., & Croucher, M. (2013). Clozapine-induced pneumonitis. Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, 47(12), 1215-1216. doi: 10.1177/0004867413502095
Journal - Research Other
Collins, C., Copeland, B., & Croucher, M. (2011). Bipolar affective disorder, type II, apparently precipitated by donepezil [Case report]. International Psychogeriatrics, 23(3), 503-504. doi: 10.1017/s1041610210002206
Journal - Research Other
Croucher, M. (2011). Prescribing antipsychotic medications to people with dementia [Letter]. New Zealand Medical Journal, 124(1333). Retrieved from http://journal.nzma.org.nz/journal/124-1333/4642/content.pdf
Journal - Research Other
Croucher, M. (2010). Geriatric medicine is becoming the core of hospital business [Editorial]. New Zealand Medical Journal, 123(1317). Retrieved from http://journal.nzma.org.nz/journal/123-1317/4190/content.pdf
Journal - Research Other
Croucher, M. (2008). Psychotropic medications for elders in residential care [Editorial]. New Zealand Medical Journal, 121(1274). Retrieved from http://journal.nzma.org.nz/journal/121-1274/3067/content.pdf
Journal - Research Other
Aye, W. W. T., Melzer, T. R., Keenan, R. J., Croucher, M. J., Tippett, L. J., Anderson, T. J., & Le Heron, C. (2022). Early phase amyloid PET as a surrogate marker of brain metabolism in neurodegenerative disorders. In K. Horne (Ed.), Proceedings of the 38th International Australasian Winter Conference on Brain Research (AWCBR). (pp. 88). Retrieved from https://www.queenstownresearchweek.org
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Croucher, M. (2017). What can we offer to help staff experiencing challenging behaviour from people living with dementia? An update [Invited]. Australasian Journal on Ageing, 36(Suppl. 2), (pp. 13). doi: 10.1111/ajag.12427
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Croucher, M., & Pullan, V. (2014). Timely diagnosis of dementia: Good reasons for positive and proactive primary health care for those affected. Proceedings of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (RNZCGP) Conference for General Practice: Making Connections: Are You Plugged In? Retrieved from http://www.conference.co.nz/gp14/programme
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Sharrock, T., Smith, K., Gee, S., & Croucher, M. (2014). Developing a dementia-friendly Christchurch: Perspectives of people with dementia. Proceedings of the New Zealand Population Health Congress: Connecting Communities, Policy and Science. (pp. 92). Retrieved from http://www.pophealthcongress.org.nz/nzphc14/programme/programme
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bharathan, S., Gee, S., & Croucher, M. (2011). OAK: Older New Zealanders and Antipsychotic medications Knowledge project: Understanding current practice. Proceedings of the RANZCP Faculty of Psychiatry of Old Age Annual Scientific Meeting. Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. Retrieved from http://www.ranzcp.org/images/stories/ranzcp-attachments/Conference/FPOA2011_Material/Sires_Bharathan.pdf
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Croucher, M. (2011). The 2010/2011 Canterbury earthquakes: Mental health costs and service responses for older people. Proceedings of the RANZCP Faculty of Psychiatry of Old Age Annual Scientific Meeting. Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. Retrieved from http://www.ranzcp.org/latest-news/faculty-of-psychiatry-of-old-age-conference-17-19-november.html
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
van Rij, N., & Croucher, M. (2010). "A settling effects at a difficult time of the day?" Short-term effects of Tai Chi in an inpatient psychogeriatric ward. Proceedings of the Whose Challenging Behaviours Seminar: Meeting the Needs of Older People with Dementia. The Junction, NSW: Change Champions. [Abstract]
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Gallrach, F., Kirk, R., Hornblow, A., & Croucher, M. (2009). Clinical and economic predictors of quality of life in dementia. Proceedings of the 24th Conference of Alzheimer's Disease International. Retrieved from http://ir.canterbury.ac.nz/handle/10092/2646
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Gallrach, F., Kirk, R., Hornblow, A., & Croucher, M. (2009). Quality of life in dementia: Clinical and economic findings from New Zealand. Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging, 13(Suppl. 1), (pp. S229). doi: 10.1007/s12603-009-0095-9
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Gallrach, F., Kirk, R., Hornblow, A., & Croucher, M. (2009). Quality of life in dementia: Money matters. Alzheimer's and Dementia. 5(4, Suppl. 1), (pp. P91). doi: 10.1016/j.jalz.2009.05.239
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Aroll, S., Croucher, M., Dudley, M., & Robertson, A. (2021, September-October). Dementia action plan. Panel discussion at the Vision for Ageing in Aotearoa Conference, [Online].
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Croucher, M. (2021, August). Best practice management of dementia. Plenary presentation at the South General Practice Conference & Medical Exhibition (GP CME), [Online].
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Croucher, M. (2016, August). Assessment and management of dementia in primary care. Workshop presentation at the South General Practice Conference & Medical Exhibition (GP CME), Christchurch, New Zealand.
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Croucher, M. (2016, August). Don't bother diagnosing dementia: There's nothing you can do and it just upsets people. Verbal presentation at the South General Practice Conference & Medical Exhibition (GP CME), Christchurch, New Zealand.
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Croucher, M. (2016, November). A better world for people affected by dementia: How do we measure up and what should be our next steps? Keynote presentation at the Alzheimers New Zealand Biennial Conference and 19th Asia Pacific Regional Conference of Alzheimer's Disease International, Wellington, New Zealand.
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Sharrock, T., Smith, K., Gee, S., & Croucher, M. (2014, September). Developing a dementia-friendly Christchurch: Perspectives of people with dementia. Verbal presentation at the New Zealand Association of Gerontology Conference: The Age of Ageing, Dunedin, New Zealand.
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Walsh, L., Clugston, A., Croucher, M., Gee, S., Malone, D., Mau, E., … Cheung, G. (2014, October). Performance of three commonly used bedside cognitive screening tools. Verbal presentation at the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) New Zealand Conference: Deep South Psychiatry, Dunedin, New Zealand.
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Croucher, M. (2011, November). The 2010/2011 Canterbury earthquakes: Mental health costs and service responses for older people. Keynote presentation at the RANZCP Faculty of Psychiatry of Old Age Annual Scientific Meeting, Brisbane, Australia.
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Croucher, M. (2010, May). What's behind the KPI? Determinants of length of stay amongst older psychiatric patients. Verbal presentation at the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) Congress: A shared endeavour, Auckland, New Zealand.
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Croucher, M. (2010, November). Service reform: Lessons learnt in New Zealand. Verbal presentation at the RANZCP Faculty of Psychiatry of Old Age Annual Scientific Meeting: Towards a Common Goal, Hobart, Australia.
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Gee, S., Scott-Multani, M., Gilmour, K., Medina, G., Croucher, M., & Evans, N. (2014). "Be there with us": An appreciative inquiry into supporting culturally diverse dementia-care workers as learners. Ako Aotearoa. 12p. Retrieved from https://akoaotearoa.ac.nz/be-there-with-us
Commissioned Report for External Body
Gee, S., Scott, M., & Croucher, M. (2013). Walking in another's shoes: Encouraging person-centred care through an experiential education programme. Ako Aotearoa. 10p. Retrieved from https://akoaotearoa.ac.nz/ako-hub/good-practice-publication-grants-e-book/person-centred-care
Commissioned Report for External Body
Gee, S. B., & Croucher, M. (2011). Older New Zealanders and antipsychotic medications knowledge project: Understanding current prescribing practice. Commissioned by PHARMAC. Wellington, New Zealand: PHARMAC. 52p.
Commissioned Report for External Body
Croucher, M., Duncan, C., Fisher, M., Fox, C., Hosford, I., Malone, D., … Holmes, A. (2008). The use of antipsychotics in residential aged care: Clinical recommendations developed by the RANZCP Faculty of Psychiatry of Old Age (New Zealand). Commissioned by Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. RANZCP. 18p.
Commissioned Report for External Body
Croucher, M., & Gee, S. (2014, September). Validation of a cognitive test New Zealand version: More than one way to skin the proverbial cat. Department of Psychological Medicine Research Meeting, University of Otago, Christchurch, New Zealand. [Department Seminar].
Other Research Output
Croucher, M. (2010, September). Coercive treatments in mental health: What is the proper legal basis for their use? Department of Psychological Medicine Clinical Meeting, University of Otago, Christchurch, New Zealand. [Department Seminar].
Other Research Output
Croucher, M. (2009, March). Teaching and mental health work: Have you thought of yourself as a teacher working for an educational institution? Department of Psychological Medicine Clinical Meeting, University of Otago, Christchurch, New Zealand. [Department Seminar].
Other Research Output
Croucher, M. (2009, October). How to do an assessment of cognitive impairment with an adult patient with a mental illness. Department of Psychological Medicine Clinical Meeting, University of Otago, Christchurch, New Zealand. [Department Seminar].
Other Research Output
