Dr. Vikas Deshmukh
M.B.B.S., D.P.M., M.D. Psychiatry
Leading Psychiatrist & Sexologist in Vashi, Navi Mumbai
Dr. Vikas Deshmukh is a Consultant psychiatrist and Sexologist practicing in Vashi & Navi Mumbai since the past 10 years. He is also the chief consultant at Manovikas Clinic,Vashi and as such it is his passion and energy that drives the workings of this clinic.
Over the past 10 years Dr. Vikas has helped many children, teens, adults and elders overcome their mental health issue be related to depression, stress, anxiety or any other psychological disorder.
Qualification
- M.D. in Psychiatry, LTMMC Hospital, Sion, Mumbai (2012)
- Diploma in Psychological Medicine (D.P.M.), College of Physicians and Surgeons, Mumbai (2012)
- Bachelor in Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S) from Government Medical College, Nanded (2006)
Experience
- Residentin Psychiatry at LTMMC and LTMG Hospital (2008-2011)
- Psychiatric Medical Officer at Cooper Hospital, Mumbai (2011 – 2012)
- Post-graduate Resident Medical Officer in Psychiatry at BARC Hospital (2012 – 2014)
- Assistant Professor in Psychiatry at Terna Medical College, Nerul (2014 – 2016)
Research
- Participated in a clinical drug trial “An open label comparative multicentric study to asess the efficacy and safety of Desvenlafaxine succinate extended release tablets in comparison with Venlafaxine hydrochlorideextended release capsules in patients suffering from Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)”- Nov. 2008 to Mar. 2009.
- Co – investigator in the study “Appetite and Weight Loss in Chilodren With ADHD on Atomoxetine” (2011)
- Principal investiagator in the study “Marriage and Schizophrenia” (2011-Thesis for MD)
- Principal investigator in the study “QTc prolongation due to psychotropics” (2010)
Papers & Publications
Publications
- Deshmukh V, Shah M, Bang A, Shah N, Desouza A.QTc prolongation & Psychotropic drugs.Indian Journal of Private Psychiatry Sept. 2010; 4(2):52-54. (principal author)
- Bhagat A, Deshmukh V, Shah N, Desouza A. Appetite and weight loss in children on Atomoxetine therapy: an exploratory clinical study. International Journal of Contemporary Paediatrics 2016; 3(3):1041-1044 (co-author)
- Deshmukh V, Deshmukh AB, Shah N, Sonavane S, Desouza A. Factors affecting marriage in Schizophrenia. Journal of Mental Health and Human Behaviour 2016; 21(2): 122-124 (principal author)’
Papers Presented
- Co-author of the study “Study of the duration of untreated psychiatric illness and its effect on the outcome of psychiatric disorders and factors causing delay in treatment initiation” paper presentation in BPS (2009),
- Principal author of the study “QTc prolongation may shorten life” at poster presentation ANCIPS (2010)
- Co-author of the study “Audit of prescriptions received by patients of Bipolar Mood Disorders” at poster presentation ANCIPS (2010)
- Principal author of the study “QTc prolongation may shorten life” at paper presentation BPS (2010)
- Co-author of the study “Appetite and weight loss in children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder taking Atomoxetine” at paper presentation ANCIPS 2011 and BPS 2011
- Principal author of the study “Marriage and Schizophrenia” at paper presentation BPS (2012)
Affiliation/ Key Memberships
- Member of the Bombay Psychiatric Society (MBPS)
- Member of the Indian Psychiatric Society (MIPS)
“Dr.Vikas is very professional in his approach. He values every patient’s time and he is very passionate about his profession. When I visited him for the first time, I had many misconceptions about psychiatry. He took the time to clarify my doubts and guided me towards the right medication and treatment plan. The commitment and patience of Dr.Vikas in dealing with every new case is simply impressive. I highly recommend him to anyone who may be going through minor or severe mental disturbance or mind related issues. My sincere thanks to Dr. Vikas for helping me overcome my anxiety issue to a great extent. Best wishes”
“Dr Vikas and his team are amazing. It was a great experience of his treatment. His best part is he resolve the issue so smoothly and create a big confidence within. Highly recommended..”