Dr. Govind Bhikhalal Oza, MD, Adolescent Psychiatrist | Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Dr. Govind Bhikhalal Oza, MD

Adolescent Psychiatrist | Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

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451 Clarkson Ave Brooklyn NY, 11203
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Dr. Govind Oza is a psychiatrist practicing in Queens and Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Oza is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Oza diagnoses and treats mental illnesses all ages. Dr. Oza 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 mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Oza treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADHD and other mental illnesses.

Education and Training

M.P. Shah Medical College Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery degree (MBBS) 1995

M.P. Shah Med College MD

Board Certification

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Provider Details

Male English, Hindi
Dr. Govind Bhikhalal Oza, MD
Dr. Govind Bhikhalal Oza, MD's Expert Contributions
  • Can you take anxiety pills every day?

    Yes you should take anxiety pill everyday along with your individual psychotherapy weekly. Thanks READ MORE

  • Is alcohol use disorder a psychiatric disorder?

    Alcohol use disorder is psychiatric disorder and its treatable if you are motivated to change. Thank you READ MORE

  • Can a psychiatrist help with obesity?

    A psychiatrist can help with obesity by assessing the patient and providing appropriate treatment based on diagnoses such as depression, eating disorders or psychotic disorders, etc. If obesity due to any underlying medical condition such as hypothyroidism or other endocrinology-related disorders, psychiatric can refer to a primary physician or specialist. Medications-induced obesity can be addressed by a psychiatrist. READ MORE

  • Can chronic pain be caused by depression?

    Chronic pain could be a symptom of untreated somatization disorder which is more psychological not physical. If someone suffers from fibromyalgia he or she might have pain or tiredness along with emotional problems like anxiety and depression. However chronic pain due to any medical problem can cause depression and depression can exaggerate feelings of chronic pain. Tiredness is also a symptom of anxiety and depression. Hope I answer your question. Thank you READ MORE

  • Can anxiety make your throat feel tight?

    Yes, anxiety such as when you have a panic attack, you may feel like a choking sensation, but not really choking, which may stay for a few minutes. Thank you. READ MORE

  • What is the fastest acting anxiety medication?

    Hi, good morning! Thank you for your question. Benzodiazepine group of medications such as Alprazolam, Clonazepam, Lorazepam or Diazepam work very quickly within few hours to bring anxiety down initially. Other medications, non-benzodiazepine groups such as Diphenhydramine or Hydroxyzine also work quicker for anxiety. FDA (Food & Drug Association) approved meds for anxiety disorders such as Fluoxetine, Paroxetine, Sertraline, citalopram or escitalopram work better for long-term effect, but it takes 3-4 few weeks to see response. Usually doctors start medications which work faster to reduce anxiety if it is very serious and making life dysfunctional and add FDA approved medications for long-term effects. Thank you. READ MORE

  • Is it ok to sleep after taking prescription medication?

    Thank you for your question. I think it is better to take medications after meal and at least two hours before going to sleep to avoid stomach upset and depending on what type of medication you take. I hope it’s helpful for you. Thank you. READ MORE

Fellowships

  • SUNY Health Science Center child and adolescent psychiatry  2007

Fellowships

  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Dr. Govind Bhikhalal Oza, MD's Practice location

Practice At 451 Clarkson Ave

451 Clarkson Ave -
Brooklyn, NY 11203
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Dr. Govind Bhikhalal Oza, MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 2 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Adolescent Psychiatrist | Child & Adolescent Psychiatry in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Get to know Psychiatrist, Dr. Govind B. Oza, who treats patients in Bellerose, New York

Dr. Oza is a board-certified psychiatrist who welcomes patients at New York City Children’s Centers in Bellerose, New York. Licensed to practice medicine in the state of New York, he holds hospital privileges at Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, as well as Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. 

Dr. Oza attended M.P. Shah Medical College in India and received his combined Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery degree (MBBS) in 1995. After he relocated to the United States, he served a three-year residency in psychiatry at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York (2002 – 2005). Furthermore, he completed a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn (2005 – 2007).

Dr. Oza became board-certified in psychiatry  by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Inc. (ABPN) is a nonprofit corporation that was founded in 1934 as a method of identifying the qualified specialists in psychiatry and neurology. The ABPN is one of 24 member boards of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). 

Psychiatry is the medical specialty devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders. These include various maladaptations related to mood, behaviour, cognition, and perceptions.

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