Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Rona Bernadette, MD is an Adult Psychiatrist who specializes in psychopharmacology. Her practice, located in New York City, is open for consultations and psychopharmacologic treatment of patients with psychiatric and mental illness. Dr. Bernadette has a special interest in treating patients with mood disorders, psychotic disorders and anxiety disorders. Dr. Bernadette has expertise in treating patients with psychiatric illness that is caused by, or exacerbated by, medical problems and illnesses.
Dr. Bernadette empowers her patients and their families to take an active role in their psychiatric treatment and overall health.
Dr. Ceciley Scarbrough is a board-eligible psychiatrist. She obtained her undergraduate degree in psychology with a concentration in mental health from Spelman College in Atlanta. Afterwards, she received her medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and went on to complete her residency in psychiatry at Northwell Health / Zucker Hillside Hospital.
After residency, Dr. Scarbrough completed a fellowship in reproductive psychiatry at The Motherhood Center of New York, where she gained expertise in treating women in the perinatal period.
Dr. Scarbrough is committed to providing compassionate, collaborative care and creating a supportive space where patients feel heard and understood. She welcomes individuals seeking thoughtful, evidence-based support for their mental health.
Dr. Melikian is a board-certified psychiatrist with a pragmatic style of treatment. Utilizing a focused approach with shared decision making, his clients rapidly feel at ease and confident that their treatment goals are within reach. With two years of training in general surgery in addition to his specialty in psychiatry, Dr. Melikian offers an unparalleled understanding of the physiological issues that may affect an individual’s psychological well-being. In addition to his extensive training in psychiatry, Dr. Melikian obtained a master’s degree in Biotechnology from Georgetown University giving him a unique perspective on the latest in drug development to aid him in assessing cutting-edge treatments.
Skilled in treating all manners of psychiatric disorders, you will be in good hands with an excellent support team with Dr. Melikian at NYC Psychiatric Associates. Make an appointment today!
“I had an excellent experience with Dr. Sharodi, she is very professional and attentive, friendly and helpful. Their staff are expedient and wonderful, I highly recommend NYCPA!”
“Dr. Dole is kind and patient. Thanks to her guidance and care, I have finally been able to manage my anxiety disorder. I have been seeing her for almost 2 years, and the experience has truly been amazing. The staff at NYC Psychiatric Associates are helpful and supportive. I am so grateful for their professionalism. ”
A highly skilled and experienced Physician Assistant with experience in patient care, as well as overall medical management, Jasmine Joseph’s background in Internal Medicine gives her a unique perspective into those with mental health concerns. She brings with her over five years’ experience in diagnosing and treating an extensive list of complex diseases at Montefiore Medical Center, a premier academic medical center and nationally recognized leader in patient care, in the Bronx. Her focus in helping to oversee the medication management for patients with anxiety, depression, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and bipolar disorder offers the highest standard of whole person psychiatric care for the people of New York.
Dr. Chauhan is a board certified adult psychiatrist. He takes a holistic approach to treatment that involves learning about his patients' psychiatric symptoms as well as their beliefs, thought patterns, and the challenges they face in their everyday lives. He treats patients for a number of conditions including mood disorders (such as depression), anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. After determining if medication would be helpful, he works together with his patients to explore concerns they may have about treatment or medications, and actively engages them in developing a plan to improve their symptoms and quality of life.
Dr. Chauhan received his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed residency at Stony Brook University Hospital, where he served as chief resident.
Dr. Ojimba is board certified in general Psychiatry and Neurology and board eligible in Addiction Psychiatry. He received the coveted Chief Resident award during his residency training at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. He received his Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship training from Montefiore, the University Hospital of Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York. Dr. Ojimba received his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Ilorin in Nigeria. He attended the University of Wolverhampton in the United Kingdom, where he earned his Masters in Public Health. Dr. Ojimba specializes in addiction, Public Health, and treats the adult and geriatric population for various mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance use disorders (Alcohol use disorder, Opioid use disorder, Stimulant use disorder), and compulsive gambling. Dr. Ojimba utilizes his evidence-based practice of medicine, applying the most current
Dr. Zafar is a board-certified psychiatrist, who received her medical degree from St. George’s University, and then completed her Psychiatric Residency at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Zafar also earned her Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, equipping her with the ability to provide the type of evidence-based and compassionate care vulnerable patients need and deserve. She has experience working with patients of all ages and their families. Dr. Zafar is also a distinguished member of the American Psychiatric Association and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Zafar has a special interest in psychoanalysis and psychodynamic psychiatry and has completed additional education at New York Psychoanalytic Society & Institute. Dr. Zafar believes in working with patients collaboratively in order to provide pharmacological and non-pharmacological based treatment.
Dr. Sheeima Paramatmuni is board certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She completed her General Psychiatry training at Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center and completed her Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at University of Connecticut. She most recently holds a position as an Attending in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Natchaug Hospital (Hartford Healthcare), Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at University of Connecticut School of Medicine and adjunct faculty member at Quinnipiac Medical School. Dr. Paramatmuni values working with children across all age ranges. Specializes in Mood, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, OCD, Impulse control and conduct disorders. Her goal is to provide comprehensive and collaborative care with focus on the biopsychosocial model. Dr. Paramatmuni incorporates a motivational approach to support patients and family with a goal of patient centered care approach.
Dr. Jonathan Rubenstein is a highly-skilled psychiatrist who has brought his years of experience in caring for patients to NYC Psychiatric Associates. A graduate of McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, as well as St. George’s University School of Medicine, Dr. Rubenstein went on to serve as Chief Psychiatry Resident at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Rubenstein specializes in the pharmacologic treatment of psychiatric disorders with a special interest in incorporating psychotherapy into his treatment plans. His scientific, evidence-based approach and dedication to whole-person care uniquely equip Dr. Rubenstein to help patients with a variety of emotional difficulties and conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior. Dr. Rubenstein provides a safe, non-judgmental setting in which to explore issues and concerns while working towards alleviating psychological and mental distress.
Expert in treating all psychiatric conditions. Employ a targeted approach utilizing the biopsychosocial model to target appropriate medications, and utilized the appropriate therapy for mental well being. Years of success in treating the most refractory of cases. We work together to form the strongest therapeutic alliance so you can be well.
8 years of experience managing all psychiatric conditions. Excellence and mastery of psychopharmacology and drug interactions. Successfully have treated the most difficult and refractory of all psychiatric pathologies. Will see patients on weekends.
Dr. Parmelee is a graduate of the University of Rochester School of Medicine, trained at the Massachusetts General and McLean Hospitals and is board certified in general and child and adolescent psychiatry. He has a distinguished career at academic medical centers in teaching, research, and patient care and is a recipient of the prestigious AOA Robert J. Glaser Distinguished Teacher Award of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and the American Association of Medical Colleges. His approach to patient care is comprehensive, starting with generous listening and considering all options for facilitating positive outcomes. When one is struggling with anxiety, depression, a major change in health or life circumstance, care-taker role, or traumatic experience, he embraces shared-decision-making for treatment choices.
Dr. Robert Wanzek earned his medical degree and completed his psychiatry residency at the University of Iowa. He has been trained in the most recent evidence-based medicine and is eager to learn from and collaborate with patients on a wide variety of mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, personality disorders, substance use disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. His primary treatment modality is psychopharmacology but will work with patients to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that could include interventions like psychotherapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation, addressing medical comorbidities, or others based on symptoms and goals. Dr. Wanzek is available to see adult patients aged 18 and older.
