About
Dr. Samir Parikh is one of the prominent psychiatrist known for his contributions to mental health awareness and treatment accessibility. He attained his MBBS and MD in Psychiatry from Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad, where he excelled as the university topper in both degrees.
Currently, Dr. Parikh serves as the Director of the Department of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences at Fortis National Mental Health Program. This program, spanning multiple cities and centers across India, boasts a team of over 80 experts.
Dr. Parikh's leadership has significantly impacted mental healthcare, reaching an impressive 15 Crore Lives with the department's initiatives.
Education and Fellowship:
MBBS - Gujarat University, India, 1996
DPM (Psychiatry) - Gujarat University, India, 1998
M.D. (Psychiatry) - Gujarat University, India, 2000
Special Interests:
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Therapy for Autism
Stress Management
Psychoanalysis to Suicide
Psychic integration
Sleep Apnea
Work Experience:
Director, Department of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences, Fortis Memorial Research Institute (2012 - Present)
Dr. Samir Parikh has been practicing psychiatry for many years, and he has helped countless patients overcome mental health issues.
He has been a consultant psychiatrist for several leading hospitals in India and has worked with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
Professional Memberships:
Delhi Medical Council
Medical Council of India (MCI)
Awards and Recognition:
Dr. Samir Parikh has received several awards and accolades for his contributions to the field of mental health.
He was awarded the 'Young Psychiatrist Award' by the Indian Psychiatric Society in 2004 and the 'Best Doctor Award' by the Delhi Medical Association in 2011
Dr. Samir Parikh is a renowned psychiatrist with expertise in various aspects of mental health. His special interests include Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), Parkinson's Disease Treatment, Autism Therapy, Stress Management, Psychoanalysis, Suicide Prevention, Psychic Integration, and Sleep Apnea.
Dr. Samir Parikh completed his MBBS, DPM (Psychiatry), and MD (Psychiatry) from Gujarat University, India. His exceptional academic performance led him to be the university topper in both his degrees, showcasing his dedication and proficiency in the field of psychiatry.
Dr. Samir Parikh currently serves as the Director of the Department of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences at Fortis Memorial Research Institute. With over a decade of experience in this role, he has led the department to reach an impressive number of people, positively impacting mental healthcare accessibility across India.
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