Dr. Tarique Perera, MD

Dr. Tarique Perera, MD

Psychiatrist
617.2 mi · 901 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10021

At a glance

4.67 stars (6 reviews)
93% are satisfied with this provider ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Harvard University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Contemporary Care
2 office locations
Speaks English
4.67
6 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.8

Recent reviews

Dr. Perera provides an all-to-rare service: he is a psychiatrist who does more than just prescribe pills. He works with each patient to find the right treatment for each individual!
Dr Perera made the visit very comfortable and got straight to the point, while still being understanding and kind.

Office locations

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1.
Contemporary Care
617.2 mi · 901 5th Avenue, New York, NY, 10021
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2.
Contemporary Care
635.5 mi · 1165 Northern Blvd, Manhasset, NY, 11030

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Insomnia
Hyperactivity and behavioral disorders
Anxiety disorders
Depression
Bipolar disorder
Insomnia
Hyperactivity and behavioral disorders
Anxiety disorders
Depression

More about Dr. Tarique Perera, MD

Dr. Perera is a graduate of Harvard Medical School. He completed his Psychiatric Residency at Columbia University and the New York State Psychiatric Institute. Dr. Perera is internationally recognized as an expert in TMS. He founded Contemporary Care of Greenwich, which quickly became one of the leading TMS practices in the country. Following this success, he embarked on establishing several satellite clinics that provide the same high quality of TMS across the northeast region, from Massachusetts to Pennsylvania. He is the Founding President of the Clinical TMS Society. The Society is the leading authority in TMS, with members including the leading experts from all six continents. Dr. Perera was the first author on the official TMS guidelines published by the society in 2016. After his residency, Dr. Perera was a Research Fellow, and then became an Assistant Professor at Columbia University conducting research on the neurobiological mechanisms of Major Depression. His work, for which he received several awards and grants, demonstrated that stimulation of new neurons (neurogenesis) in the hippocampus was critical for treating depression. In addition, Dr. Perera became involved in early research on Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy in psychiatric disorders.Dr. Perera continues his research and is currently involved in a study examining the benefits of neuroimaging-guided TMS for depression, which is also in collaboration with Columbia University. Besides medication management, Dr. Perera is an expert in brain stimulation techniques. He is a lecturer at Columbia University’s Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) course for ECT practitioners across the globe.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Harvard University, Doctor of Medicine
Columbia University, New York State Psychiatric Institute, Residency in Psychiatry

Practice

Contemporary Care

Certifications

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

Awards and publications

Interface between Bipolar Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder
Neurogensis Hypothesis of Depression
President of TMS Society
2001 Vice Chairman American Psychiatric Association, New York District Branch 2001, 2003 Research Colloquium for Young Investigators at the Annual Meeting of the American Psychiatric Association 2001 Robert Spitzer Prize, New York State Psychiatric Institute 2001 Lilly Psychiatric Research Fellowship Award, American Psychiatric Association 2001, 2003 Frontier Fund Award, New York State Psychiatric Institute 2004 KO8 Training Award, National Institute of Mental Health 2004 Young Investigator Award, NARSAD

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1730195751

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Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.67
Wait time
4.80
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr Perera made the visit very comfortable and got straight to the point, while still being understanding and kind.
We are working very hard together to bring each a quality of life and little to none medications.
Dr. Perera provides an all-to-rare service: he is a psychiatrist who does more than just prescribe pills. He works with each patient to find the right treatment for each individual!
I was thankful to have had it.
Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Tarique Perera work with?

Dr. Tarique Perera works with Contemporary Care.

Where is Dr. Tarique Perera's office located?

Dr. Tarique Perera has 2 office locations, including in New York and Manhasset, view full addresses on Dr. Perera's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Tarique Perera have?

Dr. Tarique Perera is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Tarique Perera?

Dr. Tarique Perera frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, and Psychotherapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Tarique Perera on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Tarique Perera speak?

Dr. Tarique Perera speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Tarique Perera in reviews?

6 patients have reviewed Dr. Tarique Perera. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.67/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.8/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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