Dr. Vihang Vahia

MD, DPM, IDFAPA

Psychiatrist

Department:

Psychiatry

Years of Practice:

Languages Spoken:

English, Hindi

OPD Timings:

By Appointment Only (IPD) Call 1800-266-0711 to book.

Dr. Vihang N. Vahia, MD, DPM, IDFAPA, born on April 24, 1950, is a distinguished psychiatrist known for his significant contributions to the field of psychiatry. He has been a consultant psychiatrist and the founder of the Department of Psychological Medicine at Dr. R. N. Cooper Hospital in Mumbai, serving from 1977 to 2008. His extensive career in psychiatry spans several decades, starting with his residency from 1973 to 1976, and continuing as a consultant since June 1977.

Areas of Expertise

Psychiatry
Psychological Medicine
Mental Health Consultation
Academic Psychiatry

Education & Fellowships

MD (Doctor of Medicine)
DPM (Diploma in Psychological Medicine)

Experience

Residency in Psychiatry (1973-1976)
Consultant Psychiatrist since June 1977
Founder and Head of Department of Psychological Medicine at Dr. R. N. Cooper Hospital, Mumbai (1977-2008)
Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry at Dr. R. N. Cooper Municipal General Hospital and HBT Medical College, Mumbai