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Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD

Psychiatry* Age 39
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Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD

Psychiatry* Age 39
Paramus, NJ
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Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD is a Psychiatrist in Paramus, NJ.

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Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD is a Psychiatrist in Paramus, NJ. Dr. Akhtar currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Bergen New Bridge Medical Center. Dr. Akhtar has experience treating conditions like Drug and Alcohol Dependence, Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence) and Opioid Dependence among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Akhtar's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Akhtar is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Opioid Dependence
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Opioid Dependence
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Opioid Dependence
Combination Drug Dependence
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)
Group Psychotherapy
Psychiatric Evaluation
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
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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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 Cocaine Abuse
Nondependent Hallucinogen Abuse
Nondependent Marijuana Abuse
Nondependent Opioid Abuse
Nondependent Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Panic Disorder
Personality Disorders
Phobia
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Psychosis
Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
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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Locations

  1. 1 Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
    230 E Ridgewood Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (201) 967-4000
  2. 2 Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
    230 E Ridgewood Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (201) 283-4886

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Specialties*
Psychiatry
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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 Opioid Dependence. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Sameerah Akhtar, MD is affiliated with Bergen New Bridge Medical Center.

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

    230 E Ridgewood Ave, Paramus, NJ