About Me

I hold an undergraduate degree in premedical studies at Pennsylvania State University and a medical degree from the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. 

I completed my general psychiatry residency at the University of Miami where I trained at three very diverse hospitals: Jackson Memorial Hospital, Bruce W. Carter Veterans Medical Center, and the University of Miami Hospital. These hospitals provided a breadth of experience in mental illness and equipped me with a wide range of therapeutic skills. I then moved to New York City to complete my child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at Mount Sinai and St Luke's / Roosevelt hospitals, where I also served as the chief child and adolescent fellow.

Throughout my training, I have sought experiences that would further provide me with the tools to be a better physician. During medical school, I spent 6 months working at a hospital in India, focused on treating the disadvantaged population of Kerala. I have also worked in free psychiatric clinics in Miami, bringing mental health care to those whom are less fortunate. I have also been actively involved in research studies focused on improving treatment for adolescents and have presented my findings at annual conferences for both the American Psychiatric Association and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. 

I am board-certified both in General Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I hold membership in multiple professional organizations, including the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, The Northern California Psychiatric Society and the American Psychiatric Association.

My Philosophy

I believe in the importance of using a careful holistic approach when developing a therapeutic relationship with my patients.  By understanding the emotional, psychosocial and interpersonal spheres of one’s life, I am able to fully identify the strengths, vulnerabilities and needs of my patients.  I also believe in the importance of practicing culturally competent psychiatry. A family’s values and cultural background play an important role in shaping the experiences of an individual. Talking to a doctor about your difficulties and fears is hard! I prioritize making my patients feel as comfortable as possible, often by engaging them in their own interests.