Dr. Akash Kumar, MD

Dr. Akash Kumar, MD

Psychiatrist
MI
PRESCRIPTION POLICY: We offer advanced psychiatric medication. Other medication refills are not offered. Dr. Kumar M.D. engages patients in a considered approach involving assessing genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors. He utilizes medications, psychotherapy, genetic testing, medical workups, neurological exams, nutritional analysis, and lifestyle modifications to help patients achieve their stated goals. Dr. Kumar is a medical doctor who specializes in psychiatry. He is board certified by the American Academy of Psychiatry and Neurology, and has an undergraduate degree in Human Physiology. He has a passion for helping people reach their potential. Throughout his career he has continued to expand his clinical repertoire by working in many different settings including: volunteering at a free clinic providing care to the homeless, working in the forensic settings working with prisoners, and in the general community both inpatient and outpatient settings. He’s worked deeply with perpetrators- and victims- of physical and sexual abuse. Along with guest teaching undergraduates and residents at multiple universities, he has been a guest speaker at the University of Michigan Forensic Center, Henry Ford Hospital System, Conestoga High School, as well as to physicians in the Department of Corrections. Talks have ranged from the science of happiness to the management of therapist emotions when working with sociopaths. He has also worked, and taught, in medical hospitals, consulting with internists and other medical specialists on cases where psychiatric and medical considerations overlap.

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About Dr. Akash Kumar

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Akash Kumar

PRESCRIPTION POLICY: We offer advanced psychiatric medication. Other medication refills are not offered. Dr. Kumar M.D. engages patients in a considered approach involving assessing genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors. He utilizes medications, psychotherapy, genetic testing, medical workups, neurological exams, nutritional analysis, and lifestyle modifications to help patients achieve their stated goals. Dr. Kumar is a medical doctor who specializes in psychiatry. He is board certified by the American Academy of Psychiatry and Neurology, and has an undergraduate degree in Human Physiology. He has a passion for helping people reach their potential. Throughout his career he has continued to expand his clinical repertoire by working in many different settings including: volunteering at a free clinic providing care to the homeless, working in the forensic settings working with prisoners, and in the general community both inpatient and outpatient settings. He’s worked deeply with perpetrators- and victims- of physical and sexual abuse. Along with guest teaching undergraduates and residents at multiple universities, he has been a guest speaker at the University of Michigan Forensic Center, Henry Ford Hospital System, Conestoga High School, as well as to physicians in the Department of Corrections. Talks have ranged from the science of happiness to the management of therapist emotions when working with sociopaths. He has also worked, and taught, in medical hospitals, consulting with internists and other medical specialists on cases where psychiatric and medical considerations overlap.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Problems
Weight Loss Consultation
Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Wayne State University, Doctor of Medicine
  • Michigan State University (Bachelor's)
  • Henry Ford Hospital, Residency in Psychiatry

Professional memberships

  • American Psychiatric Association

NPI number

1790981843

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Dr. Akash Kumar is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Akash Kumar?

Dr. Akash Kumar frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Sleep Problems, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Akash Kumar on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Akash Kumar speak?

Dr. Akash Kumar speaks English.

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