Overview

Department of Psychiatry — Healing Minds, Enriching Lives

The Department of Psychiatry at Viswabharathi Medical College is committed to advancing mental health through clinical excellence, compassionate care, academic leadership, and community outreach. Our multidisciplinary team provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services across all age groups, integrating evidence-based pharmacological and psychosocial interventions. We strive to reduce stigma, expand access, and enrich lives through a person-centered, holistic approach to mental well-being.

Key Focus Areas:
Mission:
Vision:

To be a leading centre of psychiatric care, education, and research in India—recognized for clinical excellence, academic innovation, and a deep commitment to social responsibility—empowering individuals to lead mentally healthier and more fulfilling lives.

Faculty

Professors
Professors

1. Dr. Mayuranatha Reddy J, MD.

2. Dr. Y. Prabhakar, MD.

Associate Professors
Senior Faculty

1. Dr. M. Shiva Shanker Reddy, MD, DM.

Assistant Professors
Teaching Team

1. Dr. A. Abhishek, MD.

Senior Residents
Residents

1. Dr. Shaik Abuzar Rahiman, MD.

2. Dr. D. Veerendra, MD.

3. Dr. P. C. Princy Susmitha, MD.

4. Dr. Goutham Choudhary N, MD.

Clinical Psychologist
Allied Specialist

1. Mr. Mohammad Habeebuddin, M.Phil.

Junior Residents
Residents

1. Dr. Jethaswini Namala, MBBS.

2. Dr. Borelli Jerusha, MBBS.

3. Dr. K. Raveena Lilly, MBBS.

4. Dr. Sreelatha J, MBBS.

5. Dr. Tulasi Priya Chennupati, MBBS.

6. Dr. Gollapelly Suryateja Goud, MBBS.

7. Dr. Kamalapuram Sai Deepak, MBBS.

8. Dr. Dharanikota Deeksha, MBBS.

9. Dr. Jakkamputi Naga Bhargavi, MBBS.

Facilities

Clinical Infrastructure & Services
  • 30-bed Psychiatry Ward (15 male, 15 female)
  • Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Unit with Niviqure VR system
  • 24-channel EEG Room
  • Biofeedback Therapy Unit
  • Psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, social support & community camps
Academic Resources & Teaching Methods
  • Psychiatry Museum with historical exhibits, models, and rare books
  • Demonstration Rooms for role plays and simulations
  • Seminar Halls with audiovisual aids and clinical documentaries
  • Flipped classrooms, OSCEs, case-based and problem-based learning
  • Research-based learning, mentorship, and reflective practices
Specialized Equipment
  • Modified ECT Machine with safety features
  • Psychological Assessment Tools (IQ, projective & neuropsych tests)

Services

Comprehensive Clinical, Academic & Research Services in Psychiatry

Clinical Services

  • 30-bed Psychiatry Ward (15 male, 15 female)
  • Daily OPD: 9 AM – 4 PM
  • 24x7 Emergency Psychiatry Services
  • Modified ECT & EEG Room
  • Biofeedback Therapy Unit
  • Psychology Lab with IQ & Personality Assessments
  • Full-time Clinical Psychologist & Psychiatric Social Worker

Specialty Clinics & Therapy

  • Geriatric Psychiatry & Memory Clinic (Thursdays)
  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Services
  • De-addiction & Rehabilitation Programs
  • Tobacco Cessation Clinic
  • Premarital, Couple & Family Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based & Interpersonal Therapy

Community Outreach

  • Rural Mental Health Camps
  • Suicide Prevention Campaigns
  • Awareness Drives:
    • World Mental Health Day
    • Suicide Prevention Day
    • Drug-Free India Initiatives

Academic Programs

  • Case-Based Learning, OSCEs & Role Plays
  • Flipped Classrooms & Simulation Training
  • Interdisciplinary & Research-Based Learning
  • Dedicated Psychiatry Museum & Demo Rooms

PG Dissertations (2021–2026)

  • ICU Delirium & Circadian Rhythm – Dr. K. Raveena Lilly
  • Geriatric Abuse & QoL – Dr. Jerusha Borreli
  • Antenatal Anxiety/Depression – Dr. Sreelatha

Publications & Research

  • 20+ Peer-Reviewed Publications
  • Focus Areas: Geriatric Psychiatry, Mood Disorders, Neurocognitive Disorders, Sleep, Substance Use
  • Chapters: Rural Psychiatry, Cross-Cultural Perspectives
  • Regular Presentations at National Forums
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