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Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD
Psychiatry* Age 40
Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD

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Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD

Psychiatry* Age 40
New York, NY
Accepting new patients
12 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD is a Psychiatrist in New York, NY.
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Dr. Akhtar graduated from American University of Antigua. Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD is a Psychiatrist in New York, NY and has 12 years experience. Dr. Akhtar currently practices at Talkiatry New York. Dr. Akhtar has experience treating conditions like Drug and Alcohol Dependence, Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence) and Combination Drug Dependence among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Akhtar's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Akhtar is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Experience and Background Check

Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Combination Drug Dependence
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Combination Drug Dependence
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Combination Drug Dependence
Opioid Dependence
Group Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
ADHD and-or ADD
Amphetamine and Other Psychostimulant Dependence
Amphetamine or Related Acting Sympathomimetic Abuse
Anxiety
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Bipolar Disorder
Cocaine Addiction
Conduct Disorder
Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Major Depressive Disorder
Marijuana Addiction
Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Dependence
Tobacco Use Disorder
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychiatric Evaluation
Adjustment Disorder
Alcohol-Induced Mental Disorders
Autism
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Binge Eating Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Cyclothymia (Chronic Mood Disorder)
Delusional Disorder
Dementia
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Depression
Developmental and Learning Disorders
Drug Induced Dystonia
Dystonia
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Eating Disorders
Gender Dysphoria
Hallucinogen Dependence
Homicidal Ideation
Impulse Control Disorders
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
Nondependent Opioid Abuse
Nondependent Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Panic Disorder
Personality Disorders
Phobia
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Postpartum Depression
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Suicidal Ideation
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Couples Therapy
Dementia or Depression Screening
Family Psychotherapy
Psychiatric Medication Therapy
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery

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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD is a psychiatrist in New York, NY and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from American University of Antigua in 2013. She specializes in Psychiatry.
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Psychiatry
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • American University of Antigua
    2013
Medical Education

Board Certifications

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  • Psychiatry
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akhtar's profile.

Dr. Akhtar frequently treats the following conditions: Drug and Alcohol Dependence, Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence) and Combination Drug Dependence. See more on Sharecare.

Yes, Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD holds board certification in Psychiatry.

Dr. Akhtar has over 12 years of healthcare experience.

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