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Dr. Vihang N Vahia

Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences Specialist in Mumbai

MBBS, DPM, MD Psychiatry, IDFAPA

54+ Years

Experience

96% Recommended

(91 Ratings)

54+

Experience

(Years)

96%

Recommended

(91 Ratings)

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Mon - Sat08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

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Dr Vihang N Vahia is a Psychiatrist in Mumbai with 54 years of experience, currently practising as a Consultant at Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre in Bandra West and Breach Candy Hospital Trust in Cumballa Hill.

He is also associated with Masina Hospital in Byculla.

Dr Vihang specialises in general adult psychiatry, psychological medicine, mood and anxiety disorders, and geriatric mental healthcare.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Vahia focuses on comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, psychological medicine, and clinical psychopharmacology through the following clinical areas:

General Adult Psychiatry and Mood Disorders

He evaluates and manages acute and chronic psychiatric conditions, including major depressive disorders, bipolar mood fluctuations, and severe emotional disturbances.

Anxiety and Stress-Related Disorders

Dr Vihang provides medical therapies and clinical guidance for generalized anxiety disorders, panic syndromes, and stress-related psychological conditions.

Psychological Medicine and Psychosomatic Conditions

Dr Vahia treats psychosomatic disorders and mental health issues associated with chronic physical illnesses, supporting emotional recovery and stability.

Geriatric Mental Health

He manages cognitive impairments, memory disturbances, and behavioural changes in elderly patients to enhance overall daily functioning.

Educational Background

He completed his MBBS, Diploma in Psychological Medicine, and MD in Psychiatry, along with the following international fellowship:

International Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, United States

Awards, Research, and Publications

He is Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry at Cooper Medical College and HBT Medical College, having founded the Department of Psychological Medicine at Dr R N Cooper Hospital.

He has authored approximately 80 clinical research papers and scientific articles on psychological medicine and psychiatric therapies in indexed medical journals.

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Dr. Vihang N Vahia's Medical Specialities & Areas of Expertise

Dr. Vihang N Vahia performs major interventions in the following specialities:

Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences

Registration Details

Maharashtra Medical Council - Registration No. (29244)

Education & Achievements

University of Bombay, Mumbai (MBBS)
University of Bombay, Mumbai (DPM)
University of Bombay, Mumbai (MD Psychiatry)
American Psychiatric Association, United States (IDFAPA)

Published Papers

Frontal Theta Asymmetry as a Biomarker of Depression
Bhugra D, Ventriglio A, Vahia V. Medicine’s social contract across borders. Int J Soc Psychiatry. 2015;61(6):527-529.
Bhugra D, Ventriglio A, Vahia V. Relevance of the flexner report for medical education in India. Arch Ment Health. 2014;15(2):162.
Vahia VN. Eating Drugs: Psychopharmaceutical Pluralism in India. AJP. 2014;171(9):1005-1006.
Vahia V. Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders 5: A quick glance. Indian J Psychiatry. 2013;55(3):220.

Memberships

American Psychiatric Association (APA)

Work Experience

Consultant - Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Bandra West
Consultant - Breach Candy Hospital Trust, Cumballa Hill
Consultant - Masina Hospital, Byculla
Founder and HOD - Dr R N Cooper Hospital, Mumbai
Consultant - Cooper Medical College and HBT Medical College, Mumbai

Hospitals Dr. Vihang N Vahia is Associated with (3)

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Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Bandra West

Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Bandra West

4.6/5(90 Ratings)

A-791, Bandra Reclamation Rd

Breach Candy Hospital Trust, Cumballa Hill

4.8/5(88 Ratings)

60 A, Bhulabhai Desai Marg

Masina Hospital, Byculla

4.0/5(78 Ratings)

Sant Savata Mali Marg

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What does Dr. Vihang N Vahia specialise in?

Dr. Vihang N Vahia specialises in Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences.

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