Rakesh Kumar Sachdev
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
5 Hartree Place Cherrybrook New South Wales, 2126About
Rakesh Kumar Sachdev, MBBS, FRANZCP, maintains a position as a psychiatrist at Cumberland Hospital, in Westmead, Australia, where he specializes in geriatrics, depression, dementia, and counseling. Dr. Sachdev has over forty years of experience in his field and was educated in India. He founded the Australia Hindi Indian Association.
Education and Training
India MBBS
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Is depression hereditary?
Yes, hereditary plays an important role in causing depression, especially in your case as there is a strong component. But there are other factors e.g. medical causes, personality traits and your psychological insight. READ MORE
At night, thinking prevents me from sleeping. Can I do anything about it?
It could be OCD. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- International Public Speaking -
Professional Society Memberships
- Founder of AHIA Australia Hindi Indian Association, GABIO
What do you attribute your success to?
- Coming From A Family of Doctors
Hobbies / Sports
- Photography
Favorite professional publications
- British Journal of Psychology
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