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DR AMIT KULKARNI
Psychiatrist
Introduction
Dr. Amit Kulkarni is one of the best Psychiatrist in Vileparle West, Mumbai and has an experience of 11 years in this field. Dr. Amit Kulkarni practices at Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital in Vileparle West, Mumbai. Dr. Amit Kulkarni completed MBBS from Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Group of Hospitals in 2001, DPM (Psychiatry) from Nairson Medical College in 2005 and DNB - Psychiatry from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi in 2008. Dr. Amit Kulkarni is a member of Maharastra Medical Council. Some of the services provided by the doctor are Adolescent Medicine, Stress Management, Psychosocial Rehabilitation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Psychic integration, etc.
Hospital Associations
Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital
Services/Interest
- Adolescent Medicine Stress Management Psychosocial rehabilitation Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychic integration
Experience
Dr. Amit Kulkarni has an experience of 11 years in this field.
Professional Memberships
Maharastra Medical Council
Education
MBBS, DPM (Psychiatry), DNB - Psychiatry
I Speak
English
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Write FeedbackWho is a psychiatrist?
Psychiatry is the branch of medicine that is concerned with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. A psychiatrist is a physician who specializes in mental health, including substance and other addictions.
When should I see a psychiatrist?
- You should see a psychiatrist suffering from:
- Finding it hard to cope with the death of a loved one.
- Tension and anxiety and depression
- Phobias and Worthlessness
- Family and Relationship Problems
- Performance enhancement and Lack of concentration
- Chronic sadness and Guilt
- Irritability and Fatigue
What are the major diseases that psychiatrists treat?
Psychiatrist treat disorders like anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, trauma- and stressor-related disorder, sexual dysfunctions and gender dysphoria, substance-related and addictive disorders, and schizophrenia.
Difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?
Psychologists focus on psychotherapy and treating emotional and mental suffering with behavioral intervention. Psychologists are also qualified to conduct psychological testing but in most cases, cannot prescribe medications to their patients.
What happens in your first appointment with a psychiatrist?
The first appointment with a psychiatrist is usually one hour long. During your meeting, your psychiatrist listens to you talk about your concerns and symptoms, asks questions about your general health, asks about your family history, takes your blood pressure and do a basic physical check-up and might asks you to fill out a questionnaire.