Dr. Faisal Ahmed, MD – Board-Certified Psychiatrist
About Dr. Faisal Ahmed
Dr. Faisal Ahmed is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry. He provides comprehensive mental health care in Sacramento and offers secure telepsychiatry services across California.
He has extensive clinical experience treating neurodevelopmental and psychiatric conditions in children, adolescents, and adults. His approach focuses on evidence-based care, compassionate communication, and individualized treatment planning.
Education and Training
- Psychiatry Residency: University of Missouri, Columbia
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship: University of Missouri, Columbia
Dr. Ahmed completed advanced specialty training in both general psychiatry and child & adolescent psychiatry, giving him expertise across a wide age range.
Board Certification
Dr. Faisal Ahmed is board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
Professional Experience
Dr. Ahmed has worked in multiple mental health settings, including:
- Outpatient psychiatric clinics
- Inpatient psychiatric care units
- Consultation-liaison psychiatry services
- Teaching roles in residency and medical education programs
He has also served as a faculty preceptor for medical and osteopathic training programs, contributing to the education of future physicians.
Clinical Specialties
Dr. Ahmed provides evaluation and treatment for:
- ADHD (children, adolescents, and adults)
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Depression and mood disorders
- Trauma-related conditions
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Psychopharmacology and medication management
- Telepsychiatry consultations
Treatment Approach
Dr. Ahmed believes in a collaborative and patient-centered approach to psychiatric care.
“Every patient deserves individualized care based on their unique needs, challenges, and goals.”
He focuses on accurate diagnosis, structured treatment planning, and long-term mental health improvement.
Appointments
Dr. Ahmed provides:
- In-person psychiatric consultations in Sacramento
- Secure telepsychiatry services across California
Related Treatments
Patients working with Dr. Ahmed may also benefit from:
- 👉 ADHD Evaluation & Treatment
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https://ipsychiatry.net/telepsychiatry/ - 👉 Medication Management
https://ipsychiatry.net/medication-management/ - 👉 Ketamine Therapy
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What conditions does Dr. Ahmed treat?
Dr. Ahmed treats ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and other neurodevelopmental and psychiatric conditions.
2. Does Dr. Ahmed treat children and adolescents?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and specializes in treating younger patients as well as adults.
3. Does Dr. Ahmed offer telepsychiatry services?
Yes, he provides secure online psychiatric consultations for patients across California.
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