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Jency Sachidanandam, MD

Staff Psychiatrist
Languages
English
SPECIALTIES
Medication Management
ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
PTSD/Trauma

Education and training

  • K.A.P.Viswanatham Government Medical College Foreign - Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)
  • Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center (Residency)
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso (Fellowship)

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Jency Sachidanandam, MD

Dr. Jency Cynthia Sachidanandam completed her Residency and Fellowship at Texas Tech University Health Science Center in El Paso, gaining extensive training in diagnosing and treating various psychiatric conditions. As a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Texas Tech, she works with a diverse patient population, addressing psychiatric disorders like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, PTSD, and OCD. Dr. Sachi emphasizes the importance of addressing both physical and mental health to achieve a good quality of life. She believes that mental health is interconnected with physical well-being and that treating one aspect without the other leads to incomplete care. Her holistic approach involves medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle modifications to promote overall health. Dr. Sachi is skilled in providing supportive psychotherapy and using psychodynamic therapy techniques to help patients understand and address their current stressors and underlying issues. Dr. Sachi has shown a genuine commitment to her patients and a passion for helping them achieve their best possible outcomes. She is dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in psychiatry and continuously improving her skills to provide the highest standard of care. Her compassionate and patient-centered approach has earned her the respect and trust of her patients and colleagues alike.

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Specialties
Medication Management
ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
PTSD/Trauma
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Languages
English
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