Dr. Olga Tchikindas, MD
Psychiatrist
568.0 mi · 256 Bunn Dr, Ste 6, Princeton, NJ 08540
At a glance
4.10 stars (102 reviews)
82% are satisfied with this provider ·
Works at Princeton Psychiatric Center
2 office locations
Speaks English and Russian
Offers telehealth visits
Video appointments available via Telehealth
4.10
102 reviews
Bedside manner
4.0
Wait time
4.7
Recent reviews
Great session, highly recommend for those in need of psychiatric help. We will continue forward with Dr. Olga.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Thoughtful, kind and very helpful diagnosis - Dr. Tchikindas was so thorough and thoughtful with the time we spent together and was reallly quite helpful and caring
July 27, 2020Amy L.Verified patientVideo visit
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Popular visit reasons
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) / Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy
Sleep Problems
Worry
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) / Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
More about Dr. Olga Tchikindas, MD
Dr. Olga Tchikindas is a thorough psychiatrist serving the community of Princeton, NJ. She makes a constant effort in researching and updating her knowledge in her specialty. She brings extensive experience to her role at Princeton Psychiatric Center. She attends to patients for a variety of reasons such as bipolar disorders, anxiety, depression, and psychotherapy.
Dr. Tchikindas pursued her medical education from Saratov State Medical University named after V. I. Razumovsky. She completed her residency in psychiatry at Bergen Regional Medical Center. She is certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She holds another certification by the American Board of Addiction Medicine. She is fluent in Russian and English, which makes her culturally attuned to patients from various backgrounds, who enjoy having her as their physician.
Dr. Tchikindas takes a patient-centered approach to treatment and her goal is primarily to work with individuals to develop treatment plans that are comfortable and effective over the long term. She is a patient-focused provider who emphasizes on building relationships with her patients and works towards creating a personalized treatment plan.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Saratov State Medical University named after V. I. Razumovsky
Bergen Regional Medical Center, Residency in Psychiatry
Practice
Princeton Psychiatric Center
Certifications
American Board of Addiction Medicine
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
Background
Languages spoken
English
Russian
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1508997552
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.10
Wait time
4.70
Bedside manner
4.00
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102 reviews
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Great session, highly recommend for those in need of psychiatric help. We will continue forward with Dr. Olga.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
She was quite dismissive when her treatment didn't work well for me and practically threw me out of her office.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very knowledgeable about her field, and so far a pleasure to speak with, looking forward to future visits.
More than 1 year agoEK
Did not feel comfortable with the advice offered and the medication regimen suggested.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Very thorough and she explained everything in detail. Will definitely be returning.
April 15, 2019Initials hidden
This is the most perceptive and to-the-point psychiatrist I have dealt with.
September 28, 2020Initials hiddenVideo visit
She is thorough and very kind. She had some great ideas and insight
March 16, 2020Karen M.Verified patient
Very informative, the doctor was very charismatic and understanding.
More than 1 year agoGG
Dr.Tchikindas is very comforting and honest. I highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Nice way of wording things and made me less afraid of treatment
December 16, 2020Initials hiddenVideo visit
I do not recommend. Was rude from start to finish. Asked me if there was anything else I wanted to mention and gave me attitude when I re-iterated my concerns. Very dismissive and even lecture me about karma after asking personal questions. Bed side manner could definitely be improved, as well as being empathetic with others.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Honestly, this was the most antagonistic provider experience I have ever encountered.
During the entire visit, I did not at once feel like I was being "helped", despite Olga's assurances to the contrary. From the very minute I started to talk to her, she was aggressive and controlling.
When I tried to tell my work that I would be late for a meeting because the appointment was going later than I expected, she became extremely aggressive and I cancelled the appointment mid-way.
Hands down, this is the worst Psychiatrist I have ever worked with.
March 9, 2021Stewart M.Verified patientVideo visit
Barely looks at her patient. Just asks questions as if it’s a questionnaire. Doubted that I was taking my medications because she claims I had none left even though my prescription history completely lines up. Considering switching because I am in tears after this terrible appointment.
January 12, 2021Initials hiddenVideo visit
Very smart and thorough, no-nonsense,
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
She did not let me speak. She was very straight forward that she was there to medicate me and not listen other than what she needed to hear enough to determine what my Rx will be. Because she is a Dr. that was her role and that maybe she was not what I was looking for. I felt nervous but I went forward with the appointment anyways.
Not quite a satisfying experience and this was my first time ever.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
I am livid. I made an appointment which was immediately rescheduled. Okay, that's fine I was a new patient, that happens. I then was sent some forms to fill out in the world's least convenient format, so I sent them in late causing my appointment to be rescheduled again. Okay, that one was on me. When my appointment finally came she was 10 minutes late and within three minutes she told me that she wouldn't provide me medication. She seemed absolutely angry to be there.
Why would a psychiatrist act so angry to be there. Why would they have allowed me to make the appointment if they weren't willing to provide me medication.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Thoughtful, kind and very helpful diagnosis - Dr. Tchikindas was so thorough and thoughtful with the time we spent together and was reallly quite helpful and caring
July 27, 2020Amy L.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Tchikindas was straight forward, honest, and informative. I felt she wanted me to understand the different components of my health so I could use this knowledge to make informed decisions.
July 2, 2020Initials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. T was kind, caring and balanced. While it was only my first visit, she appears knowledgeable and has a good understanding of many various issues. Overall, I would recommend her as she has been
June 4, 2020Initials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Tchikindas was very thorough, very knowledgeable and very helpful. She made recommendations that were useful and explained them clearly.
March 25, 2020Luke H.Verified patient
She was very helpful and understanding.
March 13, 2020Initials hidden
I only saw Dr. Tchikindas for an initial consult, but she seemed smart and she was definitely kind and seemed pretty thoughtful. I did kind of get the sense that she had decided my diagnosis early on, and was looking for evidence to support it. Some of the things I said I wasn't struggling with, she seemed to decide I WAS struggling with. However when I brought up minor concerns with her medication thoughts, she was receptive and she seemed very willing to help me evaluate things as time goes on, so I am happy to give what she suggested a try.
February 19, 2020Initials hidden
She asked very targeted questions, but was very nice. The main concern is that she diagnosed me with something and prescribed something without much explanation and on first meeting. I saw another psychiatrist and was told this is concerning and no one should be prescribed something after just an initial meeting.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very sincere and professional. Only trouble she has a thick accent, little tough to understand. Otherwise she seemed extremely eager to help and very informative.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
This initial visit was very informative. I left with clear recommendations for positive action on issues I didn't expect to find salient as of when I arrived.
January 25, 2019Initials hidden
I will not be going back.
June 12, 2018Initials hidden
Dr. Tchikindas was very presumptuous and judgemental. I think she had it fixed in mind that because I was looking for a second opinion, offering me a new diagnosis (Bipolar I) was the best option. She was fishing for information that would confirm her suspicions, with no room for doubt or understanding that patients might be susceptible or pressured in the moment to comply (due to the intimidating authority imposed by a doctor who has limited time and resources to even care for you).
July 6, 2017Initials hidden
After several visits I have come to see Dr Tchikindas is a very patient and competent psychiatrist. Bedside manner is good too though at first I didn't think so. Give it time.
August 15, 2016Initials hidden
She was frustrated that my history was complicated. Very dismissive of my concerns and appears to have disregarded some very pertinent medical and psychiatric information of mine. Her recommendations for medication regimen changes were bizarre but we did come to an agreement. This is only a review of my consultation. I will see how my next few visits with her go. Overall, her bedside manner is just plain awful but that isn't necessarily a good indicator of the quality of treatment.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Didn't seem like she really cared about my personal story with mental health - only wanted a broad picture and put me in a box. Walked out crying. Would not recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I thought it was very good and informative.
More than 1 year agoNS
She was very knowledgeable & friendly
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What practice does Dr. Olga Tchikindas work with?
Dr. Olga Tchikindas works with Princeton Psychiatric Center.
Where is Dr. Olga Tchikindas's office located?
Dr. Olga Tchikindas has 2 office locations in Princeton, view full addresses on Dr. Tchikindas's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Olga Tchikindas have?
Dr. Olga Tchikindas is certified by American Board of Addiction Medicine, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Olga Tchikindas?
Dr. Olga Tchikindas frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Olga Tchikindas on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Olga Tchikindas speak?
Dr. Olga Tchikindas speaks English and Russian.
How do patients rate Dr. Olga Tchikindas in reviews?
102 patients have reviewed Dr. Olga Tchikindas. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.1/5. They have a 4/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.7/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.