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Dr. Syed Jafar, MD

Psychiatry* Age 62
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Dr. Syed Jafar, MD is a Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA.
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Dr. Syed Jafar, MD

Psychiatry* Age 62
San Diego, CA
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37 years of experience
Dr. Syed Jafar, MD is a Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA.

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Dr. Jafar graduated from UNIVERSITY OF KARACHI / BAQAI MEDICAL COLLEGE. Dr. Syed Jafar, MD is a Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA and has 37 years experience. Dr. Jafar currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital. Dr. Jafar has experience treating conditions like Tobacco Use Disorder, Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Jafar received an average rating of 1.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Dr. Jafar's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Jafar is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Tobacco Use Disorder
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Tobacco Use Disorder
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Tobacco Use Disorder
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety
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Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Group Psychotherapy
Borderline Personality Disorder
Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
Personality Disorders
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
ADHD and-or ADD
Amphetamine and Other Psychostimulant Dependence
Amphetamine or Related Acting Sympathomimetic Abuse
Bipolar Disorder
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Homicidal Ideation
Major Depressive Disorder
Marijuana Addiction
Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
Nondependent Opioid Abuse
Nondependent Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Abuse
Opioid Dependence
Panic Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Somatoform Disorders
Suicidal Ideation
Traumatic Brain Injury
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Psychiatric Evaluation
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alcohol-Induced Mental Disorders
Anorexia
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Autism
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Binge Eating Disorder
Bulimia
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Combination Drug Dependence
Conduct Disorder
Conversion Disorder
Delusional Disorder
Dementia
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Developmental and Learning Disorders
Dissociative Disorder
Dissociative, Conversion, and Factitious Disorders
Drug Induced Dystonia
Dystonia
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Eating Disorders
Impulse Control Disorders
Manic Disorder
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Nondependent Cocaine Abuse
Nondependent Hallucinogen Abuse
Nondependent Marijuana Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Phobia
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Prolonged Grief Disorder
Psychogenic Disorders (incl. Psychogenic Pain)
Psychosis
Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Dependence
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Cognitive Function Testing
Dementia or Depression Screening
Family Psychotherapy
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
Psychological Testing

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  • Open Choice PPO
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    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Choice Plus POS II
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    AWH Southern California Managed Choice POS
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Locations

  1. 1 Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital
    7850 Vista Hill Ave, San Diego, CA 92123
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 278-4110
  2. 2 SDFC IVF and Andrology Laboratory
    11515 El Camino Real Ste 100, San Diego, CA 92130
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 279-1223
  3. 3 John E. Gaidry Medical Corp.
    956 10th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 233-1311

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May 30, 2023
He really helped me and listened. Did thorough initial visit and helped me try different meds to help me. I hen I found him I was desperate and now I’m working and vacationing and doing so much better due to the combi of meds we found tnat worked for me.
— May 30, 2023
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Specialties*
Psychiatry
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF KARACHI / BAQAI MEDICAL COLLEGE
    1987
Medical Education

Board Certifications

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

Dr. Jafar frequently treats the following conditions: Tobacco Use Disorder, Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Syed Jafar, MD is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Syed Jafar, MD holds board certification in Psychiatry.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA