Dr. Samarth S. Shetty is an experienced psychiatrist in Bangalore. He …read moreis currently practicing as a Consultant – Psychiatry at Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore. With extensive expertise in mental health care, Dr. Shetty is dedicated to diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions using evidence-based practices. His approach integrates medical excellence with compassionate care, ensuring holistic treatment for his patients. He is an expert Psychiatrist in Sarjapur Road.
Dr. Shetty holds an MBBS and an MD in Psychiatry, with a strong academic and clinical background. He has a special interest in mood disorders, including major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder, and has contributed to psychiatric research with published work on complex cases such as dopamine dysregulation syndrome and ultradian cycling in bipolar disorder. His expertise extends to neuropsychiatry, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders (OCRDs), addiction psychiatry, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and non-invasive brain stimulation techniques.
Dr. Shetty is skilled in the comprehensive evaluation and management of treatment-resistant mood disorders. His proficiency in obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD) is evident in his research and clinical approach, focusing on functional recovery and long-term patient well-being. Additionally, he has experience treating neuropsychiatric conditions at the intersection of neurology and psychiatry, including neuroleptic sensitivity and Parkinson’s-related psychiatric complications. His work in addiction psychiatry covers both substance use disorders and behavioural addictions, ensuring tailored treatment plans for patients with diverse needs.
A firm believer in the importance of early intervention and holistic care, Dr. Shetty is also well-versed in child and adolescent psychiatry, offering targeted interventions for developmental and psychiatric concerns. His expertise in psychodynamic psychotherapy allows him to explore underlying psychological processes affecting mental health, facilitating deeper insight and emotional healing for his patients. He is also proficient in non-invasive brain stimulation techniques, including repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), for treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions.read less