Dr Sandesh Suhas Hegde
Consultant Psychiatrist
Mangalore
Summary
Dynamic and patient-oriented, with a proven track record at AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital, I excel in psychiatric assessments, crisis management, and therapeutic interventions. Experienced in administering ketamine therapy and M-ECT, I also bring strong skills in patient rapport-building and have significantly contributed to medical education through engaging teaching sessions.
Well-aware of Mental Health care legislation and legal protocols.
Passionate about psychiatry and mental health awareness, I have actively participated in public speaking engagements to advocate for mental well-being.
Fluent in Kannada, English, Hindi and Tulu, I can independently conduct clinical interviews in Malayalam, ensuring effective communication with diverse patient populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Junior Resident
AJ Institute Of Medical Sciences And Hospital
03.2022 - 02.2025
- Conducted diagnostic workups for a diverse range of inpatients and outpatients.
- Managed emergency psychiatric cases, including calls from the Emergency Department (ED) and Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
- Independently administered ketamine therapy.
- Conducted modified electroconvulsive therapy (M-ECT) under supervision.
- Provided evidence-based psychotherapies, including motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and supportive psychotherapy.
- Conducted teaching sessions for undergraduate medical students, covering core psychiatric concepts and clinical case discussions.
Visiting Doctor
Adhit Kiran Rehab Center
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Weekly followed up on patients with- chronic conditions, including diagnostic clarification and medication management.
District Residency Program
Taluk Hospital
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed OPD and IPD patients independently.
- Assisted DMHP in Disability assessment, Diagnosis and Management.
Education
M.D. - Psychiatry
AJ Institute of Medical Sciences And Hospital
Mangalore 03.2022 - 01.2025
M.B.B.S. -
SDM College Of Medical Sciences And Hospital
Dharwad 04.2001 -
Skills
- Diagnostic Expertise – Skilled in psychiatric assessments, differential diagnosis, and mental status examination
- Patient Management & Relationship – Experience in longitudinal patient care, rapport-building, and collaborative treatment planning
- Therapies – Proficient in ketamine therapy, M-ECT, motivational interviewing, CBT, and supportive psychotherapy
- Emergency & ICU Management – Managed psychiatric emergencies in ED and ICU settings, including acute agitation, delirium, and medication adjustments
- Crisis Management – Experience in handling acute psychiatric crises, including suicide risk assessment and de-escalation strategies
- Child & Adolescent Case Management – Exposure to pediatric and adolescent psychiatric cases, including developmental disorders and behavioral interventions
Accomplishments
- Poster Presentation- 'Mysterious Malady' at a National Level Conference held at K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, Deralakatte Mangalore.
- Paper Presentation- at a National Level Conference held at K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, Deralakatte Mangalore.
- Thesis- "Impact of mobile phone usage on mental health in adolescents- A cross sectional study"
- "Stress management"- delivered a talk at coastguard's housewive's association mangalore.
- Master of Ceremony at an International CME- "Law and Psychiatry" at AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital.
- Clinico-pathological Presentation with Dept of Pathology- on a case study on Tubercular Meningitis.
Certification
ACLS
References
-Dr Ravisha Thunga A - Professor and HOD, at AJ Institute Of Medical Sciences and Hospital.
-Dr P.K. Kiran Kumar - Professor, at AJ Institute Of Medical Sciences and Hospital.
Timeline
Basic Course in Biomedical Research
02-2024
Workshop on Trauma Focused Therapy
11-2023
District Residency Program
Taluk Hospital
10.2023 - 01.2024
Workshop on Positive Parenting
12-2022
ACLS
10-2022
BLS
10-2022
Junior Resident
AJ Institute Of Medical Sciences And Hospital
03.2022 - 02.2025
Visiting Doctor
Adhit Kiran Rehab Center
03.2022 - 08.2024
M.D. - Psychiatry
AJ Institute of Medical Sciences And Hospital
03.2022 - 01.2025
M.B.B.S. -
SDM College Of Medical Sciences And Hospital
04.2001 -
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