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Dr. Albert Ma, MD
Adolescent Psychiatrist | Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
1500 Haggin Oaks Blvd Bakersfield CA, 93311About
Dr. Albert Ma is a psychiatrist practicing in Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Ma is double boarded in adult and child psychaitry. He completed his training in University of Illinois and Rush Medical School. He has 20 plus years of experience. He has had academic appointments at prestigious institutiosn including UCLA and UCSD. He is currently medical director at two local hospitals and teaches at a local child psychiatry training program. Dr. Ma treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
University of Illinois Chicago MD 1997
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Facluty Kawhea Delta Child Psychiatry Residency 2023 - Present
- Adjunct Professor Touro Medical School 2011 - Present
- Medical Director Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital -
Awards
- California Congress Award for Provider of Psychiatric Care 2018 Senator Andy Vidak
- NAMI Mental Health Professional of the Year 2012 National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
- Central California Psychiatric Society Service Award 2015 CCPS
- Faculty of the Year 2006 UCLA-Kern
- Pfizer Outstanding Child and Adolescent Resident 2001 AACAP
Professional Memberships
- American Association of child and adolescent psychiatry
- American Psychiatric Association
- American Medical Association
Fellowships
- Rush University Medical Center child and adolescent psychiatry 2002
What do you attribute your success to?
- Understanding the importance of having a trusting relationship with a patient because that is more important than any cutting edge medication.
Dr. Albert Ma, MD's Practice location
Arise Psychiatric Clinic
1500 Haggin Oaks Blvd -Bakersfield, CA 93311Get Direction
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Bringing Extensive Psychiatric Expertise and a Passion for Education to Bakersfield, California
With nearly three decades of experience in psychiatry, Dr. Albert Ma, brings a deep commitment to patient care. As the Medical Director of Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, he combines this dedication with a fervent passion for teaching, promising to enhance the quality of mental health services in the Bakersfield community.
Dr. Ma was born in China and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1997, completing his residency in psychiatry at the same institution from 1997 to 2000. He then specialized further with a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Rush University Medical Center from 2000 to 2002. This rigorous training has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of mental health across diverse populations.
For the past 15 years, Dr. Ma has been a prominent figure in Bakersfield, contributing significantly through both teaching and clinical practice. His role as academic faculty at esteemed institutions such as UC San Diego and UCLA has solidified his reputation as a leader in psychiatric education. Currently, he serves as a core faculty member at Kaweah Delta’s Psychiatry Residency Program, where he mentors future psychiatrists.
As a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Dr. Ma is affiliated with several prestigious organizations, including the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, the American Psychiatric Association, and the American Medical Association. He believes that the cornerstone of effective psychiatric treatment lies in establishing a trusting relationship with patients, which he considers more crucial than any advanced medication.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Ma is an avid gamer and professional photographer who enjoys spending quality time with his family and exploring culinary delights. His well-rounded interests reflect his belief in the importance of balance and personal fulfillment, which he brings into his practice to better connect with his patients.
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