Psychiatry

The Department of Psychiatry at Poona Hospital & Research Centre has a multi-disciplinary team of Senior Psychiatrists & Clinical Psychologist.

The Department is specialized in mental health problems, including mood disorders, depression, anxiety problems, cognitive disorders, etc. The professionals focus on psychological well-being, emotional satisfaction and occupational functioning.

The Department of Neuropsychology at Poona Hospital provides services relating to cognitive evaluations (tests) and rehabilitation. Patients with brain injury such as stroke, head injury or other conditions such as dementia, epilepsy, movement disorders often have difficulties with memory, attention, language and other thinking skills.

Cognitive evaluations help with diagnosis and profiling the patient's current strengths and weaknesses in terms of cognitive abilities. Cognitive stimulation and guidance through exercises, strategies and therapy helps to guide the patient to maximise their brain's potential and participation in everyday life activities and work.

Consultations are scheduled on an appointment basis only.

Our Team of Psychiatry Specialties:

Dr. V.G. Watve

Education: M.D. (Psychiatry)

Specialties: Psychiatry

OPD Timing: Mon & Thurs - 10.30 am to 01.00 pm

Dr. Manjiri Dixit

Education: M.D. (Psychiatry)

Specialties: Psychiatry

OPD Timing: Tues & Fri – 09.00 am to 11.00 am

Dr. Himani Kulkarni

Education: M.D. (Psychiatry)

Specialties: Psychiatry

OPD Timing: Wed - 09.00 am to 11.00 am

Dr. Amruta Karande- Patil

Education: M.D. (Psychiatry)

Specialties: Psychiatry

OPD Timing: Mon to Fri - 02.00 pm to 4.30 pm

Dr. Dnyanda Deshpande

Education: M.D. (Psychiatry)

Specialties: Psychiatry

OPD Timing: Sat - 09.00 am to 11.00 am
FAQ
1) What is psychiatry?
Psychiatry is a medical field that diagnoses, treats, and prevents mental health disorders through therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes.
2) What are common mental health disorders?
Common conditions include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, and PTSD.
3) How is a psychiatric disorder diagnosed?
Diagnosis involves clinical interviews, psychological assessments, and sometimes lab tests to rule out medical causes.
4) What treatments are available for mental health issues?
Treatments include psychotherapy (talk therapy), medications, lifestyle changes, and, in some cases, hospitalization.
5) Are psychiatric medications safe?
Yes, when prescribed correctly, they are safe, but they may have side effects that should be discussed with a doctor.

Psychiatry Hospital in Pune | Mental Health Care & Psychiatric Specialists

Psychiatry Hospital in Pune

The Department of Psychiatry at Poona Hospital & Research Centre provides mental health care through a multidisciplinary team of senior psychiatrists and clinical psychology professionals. The department focuses on mental health concerns including mood disorders, depression, anxiety problems and cognitive disorders.

Psychiatric Treatment and Mental Health Care in Pune

Psychiatric care may include clinical assessment, diagnosis, counselling or psychotherapy, medication management and other appropriate interventions based on an individual's condition. Treatment should be planned by a qualified mental health professional after an appropriate evaluation.

Mood Disorders, Depression and Anxiety Care

The Psychiatry Department provides care for mental health problems including mood disorders, depression and anxiety-related concerns. Patients can consult a psychiatrist for assessment and an individualized treatment plan based on symptoms, medical history and overall mental well-being.

Neuropsychology and Cognitive Assessment

Poona Hospital's Department of Neuropsychology provides cognitive evaluations and rehabilitation services. Cognitive assessment may help evaluate memory, attention, language and other thinking abilities in patients with conditions such as stroke, head injury, dementia, epilepsy and movement disorders.

Cognitive Rehabilitation and Psychological Support

The Neuropsychology service includes cognitive stimulation, guidance, exercises, strategies and therapy intended to support cognitive abilities and participation in everyday activities and work. The appropriate rehabilitation approach depends on the individual's clinical assessment and needs.

Psychiatrists at Poona Hospital

The Psychiatry page lists Dr. V.G. Watve, Dr. Manjiri Dixit, Dr. Himani Kulkarni, Dr. Amruta Karande-Patil and Dr. Dnyanda Deshpande. All are listed with M.D. (Psychiatry). Current OPD schedules should be verified on the official doctor listing before publishing or patient use.

Appointment-Based Psychiatry Consultations

Psychiatry consultations at Poona Hospital are scheduled on an appointment basis. Patients can contact the hospital appointment desk for current availability and doctor schedules.