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Dr Muthukrishnan V - Psychiatrist

DR MUTHUKRISHNAN V

MBBS, MD(Psychiatry), DPM, MD, CCST
Psychiatrist
  • Fees: INR 1,000
  • Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    (See all timing)

Introduction

Dr. Muthukrishnan V is one of the best Psychiatrist in Chennai and is currently associated with Apollo Hospitals Greams Road Chennai.

Hospital Associations

Apollo Hospitals Greams Road Chennai

Services/Interest

  • Diagnosis of Mental Health Issues
  • Talk-based Therapy
  • Behavioral therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Prescribing Appropriate Medication
  • Lifestyle and Behavioral Advice

Experience

Dr. Muthukrishnan V is one of the best Psychiatrist in Chennai and has a total experience of 30 years.

Professional Memberships

Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Awards and Recognitions

WHO Recognition for Tsunami work in Srilanka Telepsychiatry

Education

Dr. Muthukrishnan V completed his MBBS from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) in year 1977. Dr. Muthukrishnan V completed his MD(Psychiatry) from Madurai Kamaraj University in year 1991.

I Speak

English, Tamil

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Apollo Hospitals Greams Road Chennai Timing

Monday - Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 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.