Fax: (203) 220-6384
Hours:
Mon - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Tue - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wed - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Thu - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Fri - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Address
211 East 43rd StreetSuite 1305
New York, NY 10017
Introduction
Vatsal G. Thakkar, M.D. is a board certified psychiatrist practicing in Westport, CT and is an Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the New York University School of Medicine. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, and sleep disorders. In April 2013, he published a New York Times feature article titled, “ Diagnosing the Wrong Deficit,” about the fact that sleep dysfunction is often overlooked in the diagnosing of psychiatric disorders. Dr. Thakkar has worked in the areas of employee health and professional wellness, as well as teaching medical students and residents at both Vanderbilt University and the NYU School of Medicine. At points in his career he has tried to strike a balance with professional and creative pursuits. He has held three public photo exhibits and has written and directed a short film, screened a dozen times in several states.
Focus
Pharmacogenomics, Sleep Disorders, Adult ADHD, Tx Resistant Depression
Roles
Specialist
Referral Status
From Website
Medicare Status
Not known at this time
Education
Medical SchoolUniversity of Tennessee, Health Science Center
InternshipVanderbilt University School of Medicine, Psychiatry 1998-1999
ResidencyVanderbilt University School of Medicine, Psychiatry 1999-2000
