Ritika Modi
M.D. Psychiatry
Panchkula
Summary
Dynamic young Psychiatrist with background in Junior Residency at K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, adept in comprehensive psychiatric assessments and emergency psychiatry. Enhanced patient outcomes through effective clinical management and compassionate care. Proven ability to mentor peers and collaborate across disciplines, fostering teamwork and improving unit performance. Committed to advancing mental health through innovative practices and patient advocacy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
7
7
Languages
Work History
Junior Resident
Dept. of Psychiatry, K.S. Hegde Medical Academy
Mangalore, India
10.2022 - 10.2025
- Learned to evaluate and manage patients in stressful environments.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively managing and prioritizing caseloads of various medical and Psychiatric complexities.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by effectively balancing clinical responsibilities with continuing education requirements as a Junior Resident.
- Attended patient and teaching rounds ready to contribute and advance knowledge.
- Performed procedures such as Modified ECT, TDCS, and Ketamine administration.
- Promoted teamwork among nursing staff, security staff through effective collaboration and clear communication strategies, improving overall unit performance.
- Administered medications as prescribed by consultants while closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions or complications.
- Mentored new residents during rotations, providing guidance on best practices for efficient clinical workflows and high-quality patient care delivery.
- Exhibited strong clinical judgment skills when triaging patients based on acuity levels, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources during peak times.
- Coordinated the development of interdisciplinary discharge plans by collaborating with case managers, social workers, therapists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Adult inpatient and outpatient Psychiatry: This includes postings in outpatient and inpatient setups, detailed workups, and discussions with psychopharmacological and psychosocial interventions. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) administration was part of this training.
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry: This includes a 2-month external posting at NIMHANS Bangalore.
- Neurology & Neuropsychiatry: This includes work in the neurology department, assessing for psychiatric sequela of neurological disorders, Electroencephalography (EEG) interpretation, and Memory clinic for cognitive deficits.
- Consultation Liaison psychiatry: liaison with the departments like general medicine, orthopaedics, general surgery, Intensive care Units, etc. for assessment and management of psychiatric comorbidities, including emergency psychiatry services.
- Psychology: for training in therapies like CBT, mindfulness, BT, and group therapies; IQ testing, projection tests.
- Rehabilitation training in ward rehabilitation center for basic rehabilitation techniques, skill training, daycare, occupational, and vocational training.
- Emergency Psychiatry -day and night emergency duties throughout the three years of residency
- Community Psychiatry – camp visits, home visits, de-addiction camp organizing.
- Psychodermatology, psycho-oncology and psycho sexual clinics.
- NITTE rural health set up visits as independent psychiatry incharge.
- Contributed to the development of educational materials for patients, promoting self-care management techniques and preventive measures for long-term health maintenance.
- Learning new languages including Kannada, Malayalam, Tulu and establishing rapport with the patient.
- Managing aggrerssive patients independently.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at reducing the length of stay and improving patient outcomes through data-driven decision-making processes.
- Educated patients on post-discharge instructions and follow-up care recommendations to prevent hospital readmissions or complications.
Duty Medical Officer
ICU, Civil Hospital, Sector-6, Panchkula, Haryana
Haryana
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based medical practices and protocols.
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families during difficult times.
- Performed procedures like ABG, CPR, Dialysis, Intubation, Inserting Ryle's tube, iv Cannulation, Ascitic tapping.
Compulsory Rotatory Internship
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
Karnataka, India
03.2020 - 03.2021
- It involved postings in various departments including General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Community Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Anesthesiology and Otorhinolaryngology.
- Conducted patient histories, physical examinations, and assisted in diagnostic and treatment planning under supervision.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures and performed routine tasks such as suturing, venipuncture, and wound dressing.
- Monitored inpatients, recorded vital signs, and prepared progress notes for daily ward rounds.
- Educated patients on medication use, preventive care, and post-discharge instructions.
Education
M.D. - Psychiatry
K.S. Hegde Medical Academy
Mangalore, India 04.2001 -
M.B.B.S -
KMC, Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Manipal, India 04.2001 -
Class XII -
Hansraj Public School
Sector-6, Panchkula, Haryana 04.2001 -
Class X -
Hansraj Public School
Sector-6, Panchkula, Haryana 04.2001 -
Skills
Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessment: Skilled in conducting detailed history-taking, mental status examinations, and diagnostic formulation using DSM-5 and ICD-10/11 criteria
Clinical Management: Experienced in managing patients with mood, psychotic, anxiety, personality, child and adolescent cases, post partum psychiatry, sexual disorders and substance-use disorders in both OPD and IPD settings
Psychopharmacology: Proficient in psychotropic medication selection, titration, depot administration and monitoring of side effects
Psychotherapeutic Techniques: Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) for gambling, substance use and behavior addiction, supportive psychotherapy, psychoeducation, and motivational interviewing
Emergency Psychiatry: Competent in handling psychiatric emergencies including suicide attempts, non suicidal self harm, aggression, acute psychosis, intoxication, withdrawal, overdose, post partum emergencies, delirium
Neuromodulation and other procedures : MECT: Experienced in pre-ECT evaluation, administration, and post-ECT monitoring, Ketamine administration, TDCS administration
Liaison Psychiatry: Exposure to consultation-liaison work with other departments including Medicine, Surgery, Orthopedics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Neurology, Oncology and Pediatrics
Community Psychiatry: Participated in outreach programs, awareness campaigns, role plays, speeches and mental health camps
Research & Academics: Skilled in research design, data analysis (SPSS), academic writing, and presentation of papers/posters at conferences
Teaching & Mentorship: Experience in teaching medical undergraduates, interns, and nursing staff
Professional & Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication, empathy, teamwork, and crisis management abilities
Administrative Skills: Familiar with medical documentation, case records, and hospital information systems
Accomplishments
- Principal Investigator in the research project titled “A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY EXPLORING COGNITIVE FUNCTIONING AND MENTAL HEALTH FACTORS IN PATIENTS WITH HYPOTHYROIDISM” as dissertation under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Satheesh Rao partial completion of Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) in Psychiatry at Department of Psychiatry, K. S. Hegde Medical Academy, NITTE University, Mangalore, Karnataka.
- Principal Investigator in the research project titled “A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY ON CLINICAL PROFILE OF CATATONIA” as original study under the guidance of Assistant Prof. Dr. Smitha at Department of Psychiatry, K. S. Hegde Medical Academy, NITTE University, Mangalore, Karnataka.
- Principal Investigator in the research project titled “A QUALITATTIVE STUDY ON CHALLENGES FACED BY FIRST YEAR POSTGRADUATES WHILE DOING MSE” as original study under the guidance of Assistant Prof. Dr. Smitha at Department of Psychiatry, K. S. Hegde Medical Academy, NITTE University, Mangalore, Karnataka.
- Resource Person for the PG Orientation Program conducted for Postgraduates batch of 2023-2024 batch held at K.S. Hedge Medical Academy on topic Communication Skills.
- Telepsychiatry training through attendance of CME, Psychiatry Insight in November 2024 at KMC, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education.
- ICD 11 workshop in 2023 held at KMC, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education.
- Rank 2 in MD Psychiatry course.
Certification
ACLS
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Dr. Shrinivasa Bhat U., MD
Professor, Department of Psychiatry, K.S.Hegde Medical Academy, NITTE deemed to be University, Mangalore
Email: bhat.shrinivasa@gmail.com
Dr. Satheesh Rao, MD, DPM
Professor, Department of Psychiatry, K.S.Hegde Medical Academy, NITTE deemed to be University, Mangalore
Email: satheeshrao@nitte.edu.in
Dr. Smitha, MD, DPM
Assistant Professor,Department of Psychiatry, K.S.Hegde Medical Academy, NITTE deemed to be University, Mangalore
Email: drsmitha9@gmail.com
Timeline
Good Clinical Practice
01-2025
Fundamentals of Rorschach
08-2024
Basic Course in Biomedical Research by NPTEL
07-2024
Synopsis and dissertation writing training
04-2023
Junior Resident
Dept. of Psychiatry, K.S. Hegde Medical Academy
10.2022 - 10.2025
Duty Medical Officer
ICU, Civil Hospital, Sector-6, Panchkula, Haryana
08.2022 - 10.2022
CBT for Depression, Anxiety, Phobias and Panic Attacks
06-2022
ACLS
03-2022
BLS
03-2022
Compulsory Rotatory Internship
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
03.2020 - 03.2021
M.D. - Psychiatry
K.S. Hegde Medical Academy
04.2001 -
M.B.B.S -
KMC, Manipal Academy of Higher Education
04.2001 -
Class XII -
Hansraj Public School
04.2001 -
Class X -
Hansraj Public School
04.2001 -