Akhtar Hossain, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist who provides psychiatric care for depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and other mental health conditions.
Dr. Akhtar Hossain, a board-certified psychiatrist with over three decades of experience, specializes in providing comprehensive mental health services to patients of all ages. He completed his child and adolescent fellowship training at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), adult psychiatric residency at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) training at Columbia University, establishing a robust foundation in psychiatric care.
Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Hossain has held directorship positions at various mental health facilities, where he has supervised and trained numerous psychiatrists and Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs). His expertise encompasses treating a wide range of serious mental illnesses, including but not limited to major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and substance use disorders.
Recognized for his contributions to the field, Dr. Hossain received the Psychiatrist of the Year Award from the Somerset County Board of Trustees, as well as being nominated and receiving awards from NJ Top Docs on multiple occasions. He is a proud member of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and the American Psychiatric Association, where he has been recognized as a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, reflecting his commitment to professional excellence.
Dr. Hossain is a proponent of evidence-based medicine and emphasizes the use of psychotherapy because of its crucial role in mental health treatment. His philosophy centers on accurate diagnosis, recognizing the unique nature of each client’s symptoms. As a professional practitioner and a parent, Dr. Hossain employs a compassionate, family-oriented approach, fostering trust and collaboration to empower clients in their mental health journey.