Current NHS Practice:

• Consultant Psychiatrist, East London NHS Foundation Trust

Current Private Practice:

• Phoenix Mental Health Services, High Wycombe and North London

Languages:

• English, Hindi, Urdu

My interest in Psychiatry developed at a very early age when my brother was diagnosed with a Severe Mental Illness. I saw first hand the stigma and social isolation that patients and their families face in society, and decided to pursue a career in mental health during my medical education.

Since then, it has been my great privilege to learn about mental health, well being, and mental illnesses. During this time, I was very fortunate to have experience of working with my esteemed colleagues and mentors in some of the world's most prestigious mental health institutions; for e.g. Oxford Health , South London and Maudsley and East London NHS Foundation Trust.

I believe Psychiatry as we know it, is changing and in near future, learning and knowledge will continue to extend far beyond any society, culture or even medical specialty. It is, therefore, no surprise that eastern therapies such as Yoga, Mindfulness, Tai-chi, and many others are being introduced into the mainstream western Mental Health care. I believe that studying Medicine and Psychiatry in India initially, and then consolidating and advanced learning in the UK has given me a unique perspective on integrating a wide range of approaches and skills in treating Mental Health disorders.

My long-term objectives are to promote equitable mental health and well being in diverse population, different cultural groups, and in the LGBTQ+ community.

Apart from having a keen interest in cricket, travel and cultures, I enjoy cooking Indian food for friends and family.