I am a Board-certified adult Psychiatrist with going on 10+ years of experience in effectively treating patients with a wide range of conditions, including but not limited to PTSD, major depressive disorder, and generalized anxiety . Adept at conducting private practice in addition to providing psychiatric consultations for local practitioners and treatment centers. I am Proficient in prescribing medications, providing counseling sessions.
Areas of expertise:
- Extensive experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychiatric disorders across different age groups with preference on adults
- Familiarity with DSM-V
- In-depth knowledge of the various treatment modalities and therapies used to aid the patients’ recoveries
- Therapeutic expertise
- Collaborative care
I have a particular interest in mental health advancements . I particularly enjoy psychotherapy, especially for appropriate cases.
I know that “not one size fits all”.
l earned my medical degree from Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria. I completed my residency in general adult psychiatry at Harlem Hospital Center, New York, New York. I am Board certified in psychiatry; I also completed a fellowship in geriatric psychiatry in the Bronx, New York.
I am married to a wonderful person and blessed with three beautiful children. Outside of work, I enjoy walking, swimming and quality time with my family.
Languages: Bengali, Urdu