What patients are saying
Overall rating
3.44
Average wait time
3.25
Bedside manner
2.75
About Dr. David Sahadevan
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Medication Management
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. David Sahadevan
Dr. Sahadevan took an adventurous path to Talkiatry. After perhaps thinking a little too hard about Intro to Philosophy in college-?the unexamined life is not worth living?-he first used his chemistry degree to work in pharmaceutical research. Changing course, he then worked in computer network engineering before deciding to find a more meaningful path. He worked as an EMT, then earned a Master's in Physiology before finally earning his Doctor of Medicine from The Ohio State University College of Medicine. Finding a surprising interest in psychiatry, he stayed at Ohio State for his residency in Psychiatry and then completed a fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry. He is board-certified in both Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry.
He previously worked as a forensic psychiatrist and evaluator at Ohio's maximum-security state psychiatric facility, serving as an attending psychiatrist running an inpatient unit for violent or dangerous patients, performing court-ordered evaluations, writing reports, and testifying when necessary. Dr. Sahadevan has also worked as a consultation-liaison psychiatrist, performing psychiatric consults at several general hospitals in Central Ohio's largest hospital system. He found great enjoyment in teaching successive generations of residents and medical students, serving as an adjunct faculty member at Ohio State, Ohio University, Wright State, and OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital.
He is excited for the next chapter of his journey, exploring another area of psychiatry at Talkiatry!
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Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- Forensic Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Education and training
- Medical School - The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
- The Ohio State University, Residency in Psychiatry
- The Ohio State University, Fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry
NPI number
1346595196
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
3.44
Wait time
3.25
Bedside manner
2.75
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We started off on the wrong foot, but we finished on the right foot
August 18, 2025jose G.Verified patientVideo visit
They cancelled my appointment without an explanation
December 30, 2025Gokce K.Verified patientVideo visit
Did not ask me a single question about myself. Condescending, no attempt to talk about my problems or provide any help. He just told me how I was wrong after everything I said or asked.
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Dr. David Sahadevan works with Talkiatry.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Sahadevan have?
Dr. David Sahadevan is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology), and Forensic Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).
What languages does Dr. David Sahadevan speak?
Dr. David Sahadevan speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. David Sahadevan in reviews?
9 patients have reviewed Dr. David Sahadevan. The overall rating for this doctor is 3.44/5. They have a 2.75/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.25/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.