Kamal Bhatia, MD, FAPA
Adult and Forensic Psychiatrist
Licensed in MD and VA

I am deeply committed to provide excellent care that is evidence based, compassionate and respectful. I utilize medication management and psychotherapy in my approach. I strongly believe in collaboration of care with other clinicians.

I am committed to making psychiatric care accessible and convenient for everyone. Through virtual consultations, I strive to create a safe and comfortable space for open discussions and personalized treatment plans.

I am a board-certified physician and have been in clinical practice for over a decade. After completing six years of medical school training, I completed 4 years of General Psychiatry Residency Training at University of Kansas School of Medicine followed by additional subspecialty fellowship training in Forensic Psychiatry from Georgetown University Medical Center.

I am an active member of Maryland Psychiatric Society (MPS), a fellow of American Psychiatry Association (FAPA) and a member of the American Association of Psychiatry and Law (AAPL). 

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I am well-published and cited in several research and clinical journals. I have been interviewed by several media outlets on various mental health topics.

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I am licensed to provide services in Maryland and Virginia.

I have worked in different research and clinical roles across many esteemed institutions including Duke University and Sheppard Pratt Health Systems. More recently, I worked as the Service Chief at the Mood Disorders Day Program at Sheppard Pratt, as well as on the acute inpatient psychiatric units. I am well versed in complex psychopharmacology, psychotherapy as well administration of neuromodulation treatments including electro-convulsive therapy (ECT). Additionally, my role as the Physician Advisor for multiple clinical research trials has helped me stay abreast of the latest advancements in psychiatric care.