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Dr. Junaid M. Syed, MD
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
3535 S Jefferson Ave Suite 118 Saint Louis MO, 63118About
Dr. Junaid Syed is a psychiatrist practicing in Saint Louis, MO. He is the Chairman of the Department of Psychiatry at St. Alexius Hospital and the Director for the Intensive Outpatient Program at St. Marys Hospital on Clayton. Dr. Syed is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Syed diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Syed may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions, and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic medications, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives, and hypnotics. Dr. Syed treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD, and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan 1993
Board Certification
Psychiatry (Physician Specialties)
Provider Details
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Dr. Junaid M. Syed, MD's Expert Contributions
How long does it take to feel better after a panic attack?
Depending on the severity of the situation it can take up to 6 months. You have to be on an antidepressant that you can tolerate for at least 6 months. READ MORE
How do I deal with depression during my period?
There are medicines to help you with that. You have to see a physician to help you with that. READ MORE
Is oversleeping a symptom of depression?
Yes READ MORE
How long does it take for anxiety medication to work?
Depends every person is different but treatment does work. READ MORE
Is CBT effective for anorexia?
Absolutely it helps. Depending on the severity of your illness the treatments are different. READ MORE
Why does my 2 year old son slap himself when angry?
Temper tantrums. It should go away, but it's possible that he is picking it from somewhere. READ MORE
Can stress and anxiety cause physical pain?
yes READ MORE
What is end stage bipolar disorder?
There is no end stage. Just like sugar diabetes some people need oral medicine with diet and some people need insulin, the severity of the illness can be different. But it is a treatable disease. READ MORE
Can bipolar people tell they are bipolar?
Well you have to see a physician so that they can see if you have the DSM criteria. There are different symptoms that overlap with different diseases. READ MORE
Does Xanax cause weight loss?
I don't think so. READ MORE
Does CBD help anxiety?
Yes it does. READ MORE
Should I put my teenager on antidepressants?
He needs to see a psychiatrist and if the physician thinks that your son needs an antidepressant than you have to start him on it. We take depression very lightly and people can commit suicide because of depression. Therefore a good physician has to be involved. READ MORE
Will quitting drinking reduce anxiety?
You need to see a psychiatrist to treat the anxiety. The more alcohol you drink the more anxiety you will have over a period of time. SSRI are used to decrease anxiety and it takes 4-6 months for it to work. READ MORE
How to manage mental health during quarantine?
You can still go to a psychiatrist's office. A lot of the physicians are doing Tele- medician and they can see you and help you. READ MORE
How can I beat bipolar without medication?
You have to understand that first you have to accept that you have an illness. Just like a person who has Diabetes, needs either exercise and diet in mild cases then medicine in moderate cased and then insulin in severe cases, you too require medicine. You should not feel shame in taking medicine if it helps you to be functional. READ MORE
Why do I hear voices in my head at night?
There can be multiple reasons. You need to see a Child Psychiatrist. READ MORE
Can antidepressants cause you to hear voices?
They should not. You need to see a physician because sometimes if depression gets worse you can hear voices. READ MORE
Can anxiety cause paranoid delusions?
Paranoid delusions can cause anxiety. READ MORE
Which therapy is best for schizophrenia?
Every human being is different. One medicine that will work for one person might not give relief to another person. Usually, antipsychotics help a lot to decrease the symptoms. The key is to see a physician to have the right diagnosis and start the treatment. READ MORE
How do you treat psychotic disorders?
Depending on if it's caused by an illness or drugs, you have to take antipsychotic medications. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Chairman Department of Psychiatry St. Alexius Hospital 2006 - Present
- Director of Intensive Outpatient Program St. MAry's Hospital 2006 - Present
Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Dementia
- Schizophrenia
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Salam Clinic for patients with psychiatric problems with no insurance. 1433 Stine Road MO 63135
Internships
- Barnes Jewish Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- Schizophrenia Internation Research SocietyAmerican Society of Clinical PsychopharmacologyAmerican Psychiatric Association
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work and good patient care.
Areas of research
- Medical Director and Principal Investigator at Arch Clinical Trials. Multiple clinical trials, which include Schizophrenia. Major Depression. Dementia, Post Partum Depression, Anxiety disorders, Migraine, and Pain disorders.
Philanthropic Initiatives
- I do a free clinic on Sunday for patients with psychiatric problems who do not have insurance at Salam Clinic on 1433 Stine Road, St. Louis MO 63135. Contact number 314-8528191.
Favorite professional publications
- JAMA
Areas of research
Schizophrenia
Bipolar Affective Disorder
Major Depression
Alzheimer's Dementia
Mild Cognitive Impairment
Post Partum Depression
Dr. Junaid M. Syed, MD's Practice location
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Get to know Psychiatrist Dr. Junaid M. Syed, who serves patients in St. Louis, Missouri.
Dr. Syed is a trusted psychiatrist specializing in the care of mental health patients. He is the Chairman of the Department of Psychiatry & the Director of the Intensive Outpatient Program at at St. Alexius Hospital.
St. Alexius Hospital has been providing medical care to the residents of St. Louis since 1869, with a goal to deliver the best healthcare available in St. Louis’ south city. Its mission is “rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and is manifested in the values of compassion and respect for the dignity of all persons.”
St. Alexius Hospital has one of the largest psychiatric programs operated by a private hospital in the St. Louis area. Psychiatrists, registered nurses, social workers, and other staff members, who are trained in treating patients with mental and emotional disorders, provide both individual attention and compassionate care. They offer a continuum of psychiatric services for adults (age 18 and older) as well as a geropsychiatric unit for older adults offering a wide range of medical and psychiatric services.
The St. Alexius Hospital Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a specialized department of St. Alexius Hospital Psychiatric Services. IOP is a continuum of psychiatric services providing core and enhanced treatment interventions for individuals suffering from mental and co-occurring disorders. The program is dedicated to the belief that individuals diagnosed with mental and co-occurring disorders are capable of improving the quality of their lives and that they deserve respect, dignity, and the best treatment available which supports this objective and personal patient goals.
Following the completion of his medical degree from Dow Medical College in Pakistan in 1993, Dr. Syed relocated to the United States. Once there, he performed his internship and residency in psychiatry at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in 1999 and 2002, respectively.
In good standing with a number of professional organizations, he is a member of the Schizophrenia International Research Society, the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology, and the American Psychiatric Association.
Attributing his success to hard work and good patient care, Dr. Syed is the Medical Director & Principal Investigator at Arch Clinical Trials. As such, he performs multiple clinical trials in the areas of schizophrenia, major depression, dementia, postpartum depression, anxiety disorders, migraine, and pain disorders.
Psychiatry is the medical specialty devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders. These include various maladaptations related to mood, behavior, cognition, and perceptions. Psychiatrists evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. They conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, develop treatment plans, prescribe medication, and evaluate treatment results.
Among his philanthropic initiatives, Dr. Syed treats patients with psychiatric problems who do not have insurance at Salam Clinic on 1433 Stine Road in St. Louis, Missouri for free on Sundays.
On a more personal note, his favorite professional publication is The Journal of the American Medical Association.
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