Dr Venkateswaran R

Dr. Venkateswaran R is a highly experienced psychiatrist based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with over 8 years of dedicated service in the field of mental health. He holds esteemed qualifications including an MBBS and an MD, as well as a Fellowship in Clinical Addiction Psychiatry (FICAP) from the renowned Christian Medical College, Vellore. Dr. Venkateswaran is committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care for his patients, focusing on understanding their unique challenges and tailoring treatment plans that promote overall well-being. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, he effectively communicates with a diverse patient population, ensuring that language is never a barrier to receiving quality psychiatric care. Working at Apollo Hospitals, Dr. Venkateswaran employs a holistic approach, integrating various therapeutic modalities to address issues ranging from anxiety and depression to more complex psychiatric disorders. His dedication to the field has earned him the respect and trust of both his patients and colleagues. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Venkateswaran is not only passionate about diagnosing and treating mental health conditions but also about raising awareness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues. His practice is characterized by a patient-centered approach, where he emphasizes the importance of building strong therapeutic relationships. Whether in individual therapy sessions or through broader mental health initiatives, Dr. Venkateswaran R continues to make a significant impact on the lives of those he serves.

5. Worked as Assistant professor in the Department of Child and Adolescent psychiatry, CMC Vellore from August 2015 to February 2016

5. Attended the senior residency programme (post doctoral fellowship) for a period of 2 years (July 2013 – July 2015) in Child and adolescent psychiatry unit, CMC Vellore.
   • Training: Spent 14 mths in Emotional And Behavioral Disorder Unit, 6 months in Neurodevelopental Disorders Unit, 1 month in Pediatric Neurology, 15 days each in Pediatric Endocrinology, General Pediatrics Unit, Pediatric Oncology, Developmental Pediatrics and Physical medicine and rehabilitation. I also had one week of training in Community Child Psychiatry.
5. Worked for 3 months as tutor in child and adolescent psychiatry, CMC Vellore (March 2013 to June 2013).
5. Worked for 6 months as senior resident in department of psychiatry in MMCHRI, Kancheepuram (September 2012 – February 2012)

5. Attended 3 years of the Junior Residency Programme (Post graduation – MD) in Department of Psychiatry, PSGIMSR,Tamilnadu,India. (May 2009– May  2012)

5. Training: Spent 29 months in Adult Psychiatry units including De-addiction units, consultation liaison psychiatry, Rehabilitation &  Community psychiatry and 3 months in Internal medicine at PSGIMSR; 15 days in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry & 15 days in Forensic psychiatry at NIMHANS; 3 months in Neurology at St John’s Medical College, Bangalore, India.
   • Trained towards the management of emergencies during these postings.
   • Trained in Metabolic clinic, Child and Adolescent clinic & De-addiction clinic of PSGIMSR, Coimbatore, India. (directed towards assessment and management of a spectrum of clinical situations and oriented towards research in these fields)
   • Trained in Electroconvulsive therapy and repetitive Trans Cranial Magnetic Stimulation during the course of residency.