What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.60
Average wait time
4.79
Bedside manner
4.50
“Dr. Ali is a fantastic psychiatrist and one that I've been seeing for several years now. He's been very helpful in helping me to overcome some huge challenges in my life and mental health and I can wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone! He really cares about his patients and is one of the best choices anyone could make to take care of their mental health needs. ”
Imran S.More than 1 year ago
“I have been seeing Dr. Ali for several years now and he has helped me so much. Dr. Ali and his wife (who is the office manager) are very kind and very professional. The most I've ever waiting in the waiting room is 10 minutes--and that is unusual.
I recently began to take my 10yo daughter to Dr. Ali for therapy and was pleasantly surprised by how warm, welcoming, cheerful, and fun he was with her. ”
Initials hiddenMore than 1 year ago
About Dr. Syed Ali
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English, Hindi
Getting to know Dr. Syed Ali
**Please make cancellations at least 24 hours before the appointment to avoid a $35.00 charge.**
**Dr. Ali's practice accepts cash, checks, and credit cards.**
If you do not have insurance, we are willing to work with patients with different financial needs.
Dr. Ali earned his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from Dow Medical College and has 14 years of experience in all areas of mental health, including both inpatient and outpatient community and public mental health. He currently holds consulting privileges at Spring Grove Hospital Center, Washington Adventist Hospital, United Medical Center, Psychiatric Institute of Washington D.C., and Bon Secours Hospital.
Dr. Ali is dedicated to raising awareness and empowering patients and their families regarding mental illness. He also creates specialized interactive programs for children and adults with special needs.
We offer comprehensive diagnostic psychiatric evaluations, which include:
- Psychopharmacological treatment
- Individual and family psychotherapy
- Coordination with medical and mental health professionals
Specialized psychiatric services are provided to children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders through various agencies and organizations. Individual referrals are also welcomed.
Our substance abuse treatment focuses on relapse prevention, individualized therapy, and Suboxone maintenance. Psychiatric treatment includes specific therapies and medication stabilization for patients with traumatic brain injury.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 30 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 20 minutes
Office location
Dr. Syed Ali, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Education and training
- Medical School - Dow Medical College, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
NPI number
1831284769
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.60
Wait time
4.79
Bedside manner
4.50
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290 reviews
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The doctor was not interested in my problem. Instead of giving me a prescription, he told me to go buy it off the street.
February 9, 2015Initials hidden
It was my daughters first visit, so far she likes him. It is hard to tell at this point but she liked the visit so far
August 18, 2016Initials hidden
He is very kind and take time and listen your problems. I am sure like me , all his patients will be very satisfied.
April 24, 2019Initials hidden
I have a hard time opening up about all my problems when I see a psychiatrist. Dr. Ali was much easier to talk to.
April 4, 2017Initials hidden
Dr. Syed is very intelligent and I highly recommend him. He is very knowledgeable about mental disabilities!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Syed was excellent. He heard me out and suggested a path forward. I will be seeing him again next month
June 27, 2018Inna M.Verified patient
Dr. Syed was extremely thourough . He didn't make me feel weird when discussing my past medical history.
May 13, 2019Euneka J.Verified patient
A very caring and knowledgeable doctor who takes the time to listen. Great with my sons! Highly recommend!
January 12, 2019Initials hidden
Hes very kind and is the first doctor I have ever had that didnt judge me. I'm glad to have him as my dr.
November 28, 2018Initials hidden
Very professional, pleasant office. Dr. Ali appears to be considerate, thoughtful and very knowledgeable.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He was very professional. The wait time was short. I just completed paperwork and seen him right away.
July 9, 2019Initials hidden
Excellent doctor. Things went as well if not better than expected. I was treated according to diagnosis.
May 31, 2017Initials hidden
The doctor was very nice to me I mean just from what me and him discuss it was ok probly wont be back
February 25, 2019Initials hidden
I didn't even spend a minute waiting. He was easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable.
May 28, 2015Initials hidden
Doesn't really listen to what is going on with you and the office never answers the phone.
January 24, 2020Initials hidden
Dr.Ali was great. No wait time and a friendly and professional staff. Highly recommended!
December 14, 2014Initials hidden
I liked talking to him he was polite and understanding made me feel comfortable opening up
October 19, 2015Initials hidden
Serious, respectful, and informative. I walked in with anxiety, and left with relief.
July 6, 2019Habiba B.Verified patient
Dr. Ali is excellent. He is a great listener and provides valuable feedback.
July 17, 2018Initials hidden
Great man! Very helpful. He cares. Thanks, See you next month.
Brittany C.
May 8, 2018Brittany C.Verified patient
He is very quick and to the point, but that is exactly what I was looking for.
February 28, 2018Initials hidden
Disinterested in patients. Thin walls; no privacy. He's not a good listener.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Patient, sharp, gives you want you want AND and tailors it to your needs.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Excellent Doctor. He really makes you confortable and listens to you.
December 7, 2014Initials hidden
A waste of time didn't really listen to me and did what he wanted to
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
My daughter was very nervous, but he was kind and easy to talk too.
October 9, 2017Initials hidden
Dr Ali encourages honesty without judgement. Am greatful for him!
January 4, 2018Initials hidden
Very professional very informative assisted with all questions
September 18, 2019Initials hidden
Very quick service. Great listener and he gave great advice!
October 22, 2021Kima H.Verified patient
DR. Ali, really cares about his patients. I highly recommended.
August 15, 2017Initials hidden
Very pleasant very helpful listen to your problems and needs.
November 6, 2016Initials hidden
He is patient and really listens to the family and patient.
December 12, 2017Shannon H.Verified patient
Dr. Syed was very attentive and treated me with respect.
November 29, 2017Initials hidden
He’s very understanding and willing to work with you.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Ali went out of his way to address all my concerns.
July 2, 2016Initials hidden
Dr. Ali is one of the best Psychiatrists I've ever had!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very attentive doctor and friendly + organized staff.
August 17, 2016Initials hidden
Long story short great doctor highly recommend him.
March 17, 2016Initials hidden
Dr. Ali is a fantastic psychiatrist and one that I've been seeing for several years now. He's been very helpful in helping me to overcome some huge challenges in my life and mental health and I can wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone! He really cares about his patients and is one of the best choices anyone could make to take care of their mental health needs.
More than 1 year agoImran S.Verified patient
I have been seeing Dr. Ali for several years now and he has helped me so much. Dr. Ali and his wife (who is the office manager) are very kind and very professional. The most I've ever waiting in the waiting room is 10 minutes--and that is unusual.
I recently began to take my 10yo daughter to Dr. Ali for therapy and was pleasantly surprised by how warm, welcoming, cheerful, and fun he was with her.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Quick, easy appointment.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
A very good listener!
January 20, 2020Aaron M.Verified patient
I've never had a more painless process when it comes to mental health management than I have with Dr & Mrs. Ali.
First of all, he and his wife (at the front, I think) have very gruff and professional demeanors. It can be off-putting but when you look past it, these are the best people to work with and here's why:
-Very understanding and flexible. I have ADHD and I am very forgetful when it comes to appointments. Plus, I commute from a different state, so their flexibility was very much appreciated.
-I've never spent more than 30 minutes inside their office. It's heavenly. This office is ridiculously efficient.
-I have had some weird situations while I was a patient with them. Change in job status, living arrangement, unexpected travel. Dr. Ali accommodated all of these situations with ease.
-He's very open to finding the best treatment for you. Just be open and honest. I think he likes that. He also asks about you. Like, asks how you're feeling, what's new with you, stuff like that. He actually has a kind of serious but wellness concerned grandpa vibe.
Some cons:
- White Oak is super far from the NoVa & DC metropolitan area and getting there can be a massive pain.
- Dr. Ali has moments when he disappears for extended periods of time. If you're unorganized like I am, this can be an issue.
-The bedside manners need work but it can be overlooked. Just give Dr. Ali a shot after the first try and really pay attention to his subtleties. You can tell he cares.
December 30, 2019Initials hidden
Excellent medical professional
November 25, 2019Initials hidden
Very knowledgeable psychiatrist. Efficiently assessed the condition, made a diagnosis and offered different treatment options. Engaged me in patient centered decision making.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He quickly developed a rapport with my son.
November 21, 2019Initials hidden
Nothing special. Made a lot of assumptions and didn’t really have a bedside manner. But I went in knowing what I needed from working in the same field
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He is fine if you just need someone to write your prescription. If you actually want someone to take the time and care to find out what is really going on, he's not the right doctor for you. Unfortunately, a good mental health care professional that takes insurance is extremely hard to find. If you want a therapist and/or psychiatrist that is actually going to help you, do yourself a favor and pay out of pocket.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Never waited so much to write a review.. first of all he is an awesome human, forget about his bed time manners or professionalism! He is just the best psychiatrist I have met till date! Trust me when I say I visited many!
September 26, 2019Prashanth R.Verified patient
Listens and explains everything very well, so my 13 year old could process and understand. Was responsive to input and questions from us, even if they were redundant, and kindly listened and addressed my son concerns with his meds and their side effects.
September 26, 2019Latifa B.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Syed Ali work with?
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Where is Dr. Syed Ali's office located?
Dr. Syed Ali has 2 office locations, including in Silver Spring and Pondsville, view full addresses on Dr. Ali's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Syed Ali have?
Dr. Syed Ali is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Syed Ali?
Dr. Syed Ali frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Syed Ali on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Syed Ali speak?
Dr. Syed Ali speaks English, Hindi, and Urdu.
How do patients rate Dr. Syed Ali in reviews?
290 patients have reviewed Dr. Syed Ali. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.6/5. They have a 4.5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.79/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.