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Dr Austin Fernandes - Psychiatrist

DR AUSTIN FERNANDES

M.B.B.S., M. D. (Psychiatry)
Psychiatrist
  • Fees: INR 1,200
  • Friday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Introduction

Dr. Austin Fernandes is one of the best Psychiatrist with over 8 years of experience in the field. Dr. Austin Fernandes has completed his MBBS from KEM Hospital in Mumbai and thereafter gone ahead to complete his MD Psychiatry from INHS ASVINI (Indian Navy). While pursuing his post-graduation at INHS ASVINI has had the opportunity and the experience in treating patients of different cultural backgrounds from throughout the country. Dr. Austin Fernandes has a keen interest in alcohol de-addiction and has published his thesis on the same. Dr. Austin Fernandes has had experience in working at LTMMC Sion Hospital, KEM Hospital, GTB Sewri Hospital, St Elizabeth’s Hospital, and Masina Hospital. During his tenure at GTB Sewri, Dr. Austin Fernandes has been appreciated for bringing down the suicide rate to nil and improving the mental health of the patients already suffering from chronic illness. Dr. Austin Fernandes has a keen interest in research and has many publications to his credit.

Hospital Associations

DR L H HIRANANDANI HOSPITAL

Services/Interest

  • Stress Disorders
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Psychosis
  • Mood Disorders
  • Childhood Psychological Disorders
  • Memory Disorders
  • And Deaddiction.

Experience

Dr. Austin Fernandes has 8 years of experience in the field

Education

M.B.B.S., M. D. (Psychiatry)

I Speak

English, Hindi

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DR L H HIRANANDANI HOSPITAL Timing

Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Online Consultations

Monday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM,3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM,3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM,3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM,3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM,3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM,3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Who 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.