What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.19
Average wait time
4.32
Bedside manner
4.21
“This was my initial visit and I was really satisfied with the appointment and I know they will be able to help me with my medication and situation.
I would recommend Zocdoc and this Doctor.”
Claudia O.April 28, 2022Video visit
“I highly recommend him. Great listener, Great knowledge of my Condition and knew exactly how what medications to prescribe me. I was Very Comfortable talking to him
I am very happy feel better with my Mental Health. I will not ever change my Doctor
Thank You
Maria Reyes”
Mark R.April 1, 2022Video visit
About Dr. Salisu Aikoye
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Salisu Aikoye
Dr. Salisu Aikoye is a board-certified physician in adult psychiatry, specializing in adult and addiction psychiatry. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery at the University of Ibadan College of Medicine in Nigeria and completed his psychiatry residency at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. Dr. Salisu then pursued a psychiatry residency at Central Michigan University, Saginaw, and completed his addiction psychiatry fellowship at the University of California, Los Angeles/VA.
He also obtained a master’s in public health from the University of Southern California, with a special interest in global mental health.
Dr. Salisu is a passionate and well-rounded psychiatrist known for his excellent listening skills, deep knowledge of psychiatry and dual diagnoses, and his ability to work well with all categories of patients.
He promotes evidence-based biological treatment with an emphasis on the role of psychotherapy in mental health care. With years of experience working with veterans with PTSD, Dr. Salisu approaches all patients without bias or stigma. It is the great joy of his life to help and treat patients.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $250 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $90 for 30 minutes
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Chronic Non-Alzheimer's dementia
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Schizophrenia
Anxiety disorders
Chronic Non-Alzheimer's dementia
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Schizophrenia
Office location
Dr. Salisu Aikoye, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Addiction Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Ibadan College of Medicine, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
- Ahmadu Bello University, Residency in Psychiatry
NPI number
1497173694
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.19
Wait time
4.32
Bedside manner
4.21
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222 reviews
Most relevant
Very thorough and kind. I appreciated him taking time to really understand my situation. Would recommend!
January 29, 2021Tess R.Verified patientVideo visit
Amazing psychiatrist!! Very knowledgeable about his field.... looking forward to working with you again!
February 11, 2021Isabella Marie H.Verified patientVideo visit
Doctor was very thorough with my history. He gave me options and recommendations.
September 21, 2021Kristina G.Verified patientVideo visit
Great doctor! They were very attentive and validated my feelings and experiences.
December 22, 2021Initials hiddenVideo visit
Easy to talk to. Highly knowledgeable. Very great listener. Very understanding.
February 16, 2021Ifechinyere A.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Sal is very judgemental, and made me feel like I couldn't talk to him.
August 8, 2022Latanya R.Verified patientVideo visit
He was really helpful and I was able to talk to Doctor and express my feelings
May 6, 2021Nadia L.Verified patientVideo visit
I spoke with a nurse practitioner who was very helpful and knowledgeable
April 1, 2022Pam T.Verified patientVideo visit
The doctor was friendly and knowledgeable. He made me feel comfortable.
January 7, 2022Eugene B.Verified patientVideo visit
He asked plenty of questions which made me feel like he cared. Amazing!
October 22, 2021Chloe G.Verified patientVideo visit
An interrogation-by-checklist.
I will not be seeing this person again.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Aiyoke is an amazing doctor. He listens and gives great help.
March 26, 2022Latanya R.Verified patient
I felt like the provider didn't listen to my needs.
January 25, 2022Jessica F.Verified patientVideo visit
Didn’t listen multiple times when i said what helps my anxiety. Showed him multiple notes from different doctors recommending certain medications and he completely ignored it. Tried to put me on medications i’ve already been on before that didn’t help me at all but he said “maybe they’ll help this time”. Terrible listener, poor bedside manner.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
First of all, video appointment didn’t work and the office didn’t answer their phone. I was placed on hold for over 30 minutes, attempting to get through. After over one hour, we were finally able to connect via phone call. He seemed to have an agenda right off the bat, and seemed to be against ADHD medications (that I’ve been taking with positive results for quite some time). He asked the same questions multiple times after I’d already answered him. He continuously pushed antidepressants, though I hadn’t been experiencing any symptoms of depression. Overall, I felt unheard and as if he had already diagnosed me prior to our appointment. Definitely would not see again.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
This was my initial visit and I was really satisfied with the appointment and I know they will be able to help me with my medication and situation.
I would recommend Zocdoc and this Doctor.
April 28, 2022Claudia O.Verified patientVideo visit
Genuinely terrible experience. Nurse that saw me did not ask me a single personalized question, did not listen to half the answers I gave, and gave blanket statements dismissing my symptoms and invalidating my experiences. Tried to tell me I booked my appointment for noon and called to ask to be seen earlier…. I never did any of that. Extremely rude and inattentive and just asked me scripted questions, before telling me all she can recommend to me was therapy (I’ve been in therapy for 4+ years, which she clearly didn’t hear when I told her that)
I’ve never written a review before but this staff member has me feeling significantly worse than I did before I made this appointment.
April 8, 2022Julia F.Verified patientVideo visit
Arrived 20-25 mins late to zoom appointment on 2/3 appointments. Cancelled 1 appointment. Did not listen to my concerns. Demanded I stop taking medications immediately that I had been taking for several years. Poor listener. Office did not reach out following appointment for specific requirements. Arrogant
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
I highly recommend him. Great listener, Great knowledge of my Condition and knew exactly how what medications to prescribe me. I was Very Comfortable talking to him
I am very happy feel better with my Mental Health. I will not ever change my Doctor
Thank You
Maria Reyes
April 1, 2022Mark R.Verified patientVideo visit
Everyone was helpful and professional
March 24, 2022Christel Lorta L.Verified patientVideo visit
he doesn't know how to listen and has a superiority complex where he's the doctor and your the patient, therefore he knows and your wrong. he gives all in this field a bad name. the kind of Dr. that's all text book without real life experience
March 11, 2022Gonzalo R.Verified patient
The doctor really listened to me. She asked good questions that made me feel comfortable and like she cares about my wellness.
February 25, 2022Latanya R.Verified patientVideo visit
I had a great experience, with that being my first psychiatric evaluation. The doctor made me feel comfortable and allowed me to express myself.
February 23, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
Very competent and knowledgable
February 20, 2022Tammera R.Verified patientVideo visit
I was denied a prescription for the medication that I have been taking for many years putting me in a situation where I will have difficulty concentrating at work and having to go through withdrawals.
February 1, 2022John B.Verified patientVideo visit
The Doctor was very Polite , He is Very knowledgeable Mental Health , He Displayed Compassion and asked all the right questions to properly Diagnose and medicate .
I am Extremely Happy that I will be seeing him and being under his care.
This is my first visit and look forward to seeing myself get better and feel better.
January 20, 2022Mark R.Verified patientVideo visit
I did not feel heard or safe. Concerns about side effects were brushed off, I frequently had to repeat myself, sometimes several times. The experience made me feel like a checklist, rather than a patient. Also received no follow-up regarding paperwork from the office, even now. Decided to seek help elsewhere.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Not going to lie, it was pleasant to be able to talk to someone for a consultation , but whoever answers the phone has THE WORST communication. Go in person to gather a better opinion, but the confusion for my prescription pick up makes want to NEVER do a video appointment ever again.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Aikoye listened very well to my fiancée and me. I look forward to continuing working with him and learn how to improve our communication.
October 26, 2021Initials hiddenVideo visit
I’m so appreciative of my doctor. He was a great listener, kind, very informative, he was ever so patient! Best doc I’ve seen.
October 24, 2021Initials hiddenVideo visit
not sure
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Professional and thorough appointment
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Woman in the office, Mary, is absolutely wonderful. Responds so quickly to any and all queries, and is so helpful.
Doc also responsive to queries - gives the patient a feeling of being looked after.
SO glad I found him on zocdoc
More than 1 year agoEmmanuela R.Verified patientVideo visit
I felt like he understood me and did not judge me for who I was. It's not easy to find providers that can relate to veterans. I would highly recommend him.
August 20, 2021Miguel P.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Sal was great! He made me feel very comfortable right away when speaking to him and was very knowledgeable about what I was going through. I appreciate him seeing me!
More than 1 year agoAmanda R.Verified patientVideo visit
Caring doc that sincerely worked to understand my history instead of only the symptoms. He knows what he's talking about but also wants to hear and understand what you have to say. Near the end of the session he reviewed all my current medications aloud, to make sure we were on the same page, and suggested a couple changes. He also made sure my preferred pharmacy was on file. The only possible negative (and it is probably my fault) was that it was hard to understand him at times. He does have a slight accent and there was some background noise. However, keep in mind that I have a hard time hearing/understanding people in general.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. was great, what I didn’t like was that it took 15 minutes to get connected- also that I believe he was on shift at a hospital so I was distracted most of the time by people in the background talking. I could tell he listened, but my experience wasn’t the best.
April 22, 2021Cheyenne F.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Aikoye was nice but that’s it. He was about 15-20 minutes late to our scheduled appointment. He was also eating food during our video visit. He told me I was supposed to fill out a few forms that I was supposed to submit before he was able to refill my Rx. I called the office the next day and asked for the forms but Kimberly just told me I would get a call back. I created an account on Kareo and did everything I was asked to but have never received the forms. I just spoke with Kimberly again and she told me I would get a call back - she seemed completely disinterested in helping me. It has been almost a week and I’m still waiting on my Rx to be refilled because their office is unresponsive. Had I known this would be an issue, I would have just met with another doctor who would follow through on their word but now I’m in some holding pattern with the office who is unresponsive and now I’m left without the prescriptions that I need to function on a daily basis. I do not recommend this office if you’re looking for responses or Rx refills in a timely manner.
April 16, 2021Initials hiddenVideo visit
He was in depth, kind, and caring!
April 13, 2021Xima G.Verified patientVideo visit
He is one of the most caring and empathetic psychiatrists I ever had. He is very gentle and considerate with his approach. His communication is great and he made my experience exceptional even despite my personal adversity. Mental health care isn’t always easy to be vulnerable about but he lets you know you’re in safe and secure hands and he will do what he can to help. 100000/10 reccomend.
March 5, 2021Kait I.Verified patientVideo visit
Amazing first appointment. We went over my full history, he was very patient, listened to all my symptoms and prescribed meds accordingly. I have been dealing with these issues for many years and this is the first doctor who has ever really listened to me and addressed my every need! Thank you so much! Will continue with this provider!
March 5, 2021Lisa C.Verified patientVideo visit
Doctor Aikoye was professional and thorough. As a retired military person, I believe that his previous experience with VA hospitals really helped him understand me better.
January 15, 2021George M.Verified patientVideo visit
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August 30, 2022Latia B.Verified patientVideo visit
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August 3, 2022Josias H.Verified patientVideo visit
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What practice does Dr. Salisu Aikoye work with?
Dr. Salisu Aikoye works with Sal Psychiatry.
Where is Dr. Salisu Aikoye's office located?
Dr. Salisu Aikoye has 2 office locations, including in Markleeville and Norwalk, view full addresses on Dr. Aikoye's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Salisu Aikoye have?
Dr. Salisu Aikoye is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Addiction Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology), and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Salisu Aikoye?
Dr. Salisu Aikoye frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Pain Management Consultation, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Salisu Aikoye on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Salisu Aikoye speak?
Dr. Salisu Aikoye speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Salisu Aikoye in reviews?
222 patients have reviewed Dr. Salisu Aikoye. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.19/5. They have a 4.21/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.32/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.