Dr. Belal Hegazy, MD, DABPN, DABAM
Addiction Psychiatrist | Addiction Psychiatry
5470 Glenn Cross Rd Ste A Battle Creek MI, 49015Practice Philosophy
Integrative Medicine
About
Dr. Belal Hegazy is an Addiction Psychiatrist practicing in Battle Creek, MI. Dr. Hegazy evaluates, diagnoses, and treats people who suffer from impulse control conditions related to addiction. As an Addiction Psychiatrist, Dr. Hegazy is a substance abuse expert, and is trained to fully understand the biological science behind addiction, to properly treat each patient.
As a psychiatrist, Dr. Hegazy understands patients from a different perspective. Dr. Hegazy follows a simple philosophy: the better he knows his patients, the better he can help them. There’s more to the patient’s situation than just their symptoms. There are multiple dimensions, and Dr. Hegazy always says those dimensions contribute a lot to what brought them to ask for help. Understanding the whole perspective helps him, help them.
Education and Training
New York Medical College Psychiatry Residency 2012
Psychoanalytic Institute of the Department of Psychiatry at New York Medical College Diploma, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy 0
Neuroscience Education Institute Master Psychopharmacology Program 0
Ain Shams University School of Medicine Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) 0
Board Certification
American Board of Addiction Medicine
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Addiction Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
DEA Certificate
Provider Details
Dr. Belal Hegazy, MD, DABPN, DABAM's Expert Contributions
Drug Withdrawal and Detoxification
Detoxification/abstinence from drugs...
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety DisordersAnxiety disorders are a diverse group of mental health conditions characterized by excessive worry, fear, and apprehension that significantly impact daily life and well-being. Understanding the different types, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and risk factors is crucial...
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor- Psychiatry Western Michigan School of Medicine 2012 - 2014
- Clinical Assistant Professor - Psychiatry Michigan State University 2012 - 2016
- Outpatient Adult Psychiatrist LifeStance Outpatient Psychiatric Services 2024 - Present
- Director of Mental Health Services/Outpatient Adult Psychiatrist NorthShore Health Centers 2019 - Present
- Outpatient Adult Psychiatrist Ingham Community Health Clinics, 2019 - 2021
- Outpatient Adult Psychiatrist LifeWays Community Mental Health, 2019 - 2019
- Medical Director, Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit/Psychiatrist Bronson Battle Creek Hospital 2018 - 2019
- Medical Director/Addiction Psychiatrist Skywood Recovery Treatment Center, Augusta, MI. UHS Addiction Services Division, Foundations Recovery Network 2016 - 2018
- Addiction Psychiatrist Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services 2015 - 2016
- Assistant Professor, Psychiatry Western Michigan University School of Medicine 2013 - 2015
- Assistant Professor, Psychiatry. Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine 2013 - 2015
Awards
- Top Doctor Excellence in Medicine Addiction Psychiatry 2024 Find A Top Doc Magazine
Professional Memberships
- American Psychiatric Association
- American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
- American Society of Addiction Medicine
- American Medical Association
Fellowships
- Mount Sinai School of Medicine Addiction Psychiatry
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Volunteer Clinical Research Assistant, Lutheran Medical Center
Fellowships
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Addiction Treatment, NY, 2013
Professional Society Memberships
- APA, AAPA, ASA, AMA
What do you attribute your success to?
- Dr. Belal is aware of the addictions in our society and fights for each of his patients to maintain a good and healthy recovery. He is caring and has a strong family support system and seeks to improve every day.
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