Dr. Amarjot Surdhar, MD

Dr. Amarjot Surdhar, MD

Psychiatrist
315 Madison Ave, Ste 2501, New York, NY
Dr. Amar is a double board-certified physician in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry, dedicated to advancing evidence-based, compassionate care for individuals navigating mental health and substance use disorders. He currently serves as Chief of Addiction Services at St. John's Episcopal Hospital, where he leads clinical programs addressing the full spectrum of addiction medicine, from acute stabilization to long-term recovery support. Dr. Amar completed his psychiatry residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and his addiction psychiatry fellowship at Northwell Health, building a foundation in both general psychiatric care and the neurobiology of addiction. He went on to serve as Medical Director and Physician-in-Charge of Addiction Recovery Services at a Northwell-affiliated clinic for seven years, overseeing comprehensive treatment programs and mentoring clinical teams. He also brings active experience in psychiatric emergency care through CPEP work at Jamaica Hospital. Licensed across multiple states, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Florida, and California, Dr. Amar combines deep clinical expertise with a forward-thinking approach to access and delivery of care, including telehealth. He frequently lectures on topics such as the neurobiology of addiction, the dopamine reward pathway, and pharmacologic management of substance use disorders, reflecting his commitment to medical education and the next generation of clinicians. Beyond his clinical roles, Dr. Amar is the founder of Clarion Psychiatry, where he is building a practice focused on accessible, high-quality psychiatric and addiction care for the Long Island community. He is passionate about bridging clinical excellence with thoughtful, patient-centered innovation in mental health treatment.

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About Dr. Amarjot Surdhar

Clientele seen

Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English, Hindi

Getting to know Dr. Amarjot Surdhar

Dr. Amar is a double board-certified physician in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry, dedicated to advancing evidence-based, compassionate care for individuals navigating mental health and substance use disorders. He currently serves as Chief of Addiction Services at St. John's Episcopal Hospital, where he leads clinical programs addressing the full spectrum of addiction medicine, from acute stabilization to long-term recovery support. Dr. Amar completed his psychiatry residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and his addiction psychiatry fellowship at Northwell Health, building a foundation in both general psychiatric care and the neurobiology of addiction. He went on to serve as Medical Director and Physician-in-Charge of Addiction Recovery Services at a Northwell-affiliated clinic for seven years, overseeing comprehensive treatment programs and mentoring clinical teams. He also brings active experience in psychiatric emergency care through CPEP work at Jamaica Hospital. Licensed across multiple states, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Florida, and California, Dr. Amar combines deep clinical expertise with a forward-thinking approach to access and delivery of care, including telehealth. He frequently lectures on topics such as the neurobiology of addiction, the dopamine reward pathway, and pharmacologic management of substance use disorders, reflecting his commitment to medical education and the next generation of clinicians. Beyond his clinical roles, Dr. Amar is the founder of Clarion Psychiatry, where he is building a practice focused on accessible, high-quality psychiatric and addiction care for the Long Island community. He is passionate about bridging clinical excellence with thoughtful, patient-centered innovation in mental health treatment.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction / Substance Abuse
Addiction Follow Up
Drug Addiction
New Patient Visit
Prescription / Refill
Psychiatric Medication Review
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychiatry Follow Up
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Addiction Follow Up
Drug Addiction
New Patient Visit

Office location

Dr. Amarjot Surdhar, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Clarion Psychiatry
315 Madison Ave, Ste 2501, New York, NY 10017

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

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

Education and training

  • Medical School - Guru Gobind Singh Medical College and Hospital, Doctor of Medicine
  • Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Residency in Psychiatry
  • Northwell Health (Fellowship)

NPI number

1225205990

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Which board certifications does Dr. Amarjot Surdhar have?

Dr. Amarjot Surdhar is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Addiction Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

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Dr. Amarjot Surdhar frequently sees patients for Addiction / Substance Abuse, New Patient Visit, Prescription / Refill, Psychiatry Consultation, and Psychiatry Follow Up. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Amarjot Surdhar on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Amarjot Surdhar speak?

Dr. Amarjot Surdhar speaks English, Punjabi, and Hindi.

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