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Dr. Sharnita. P
M.B.B.S., MD , Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Visiting Consultant - Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Biography
- Dr. Sharnita P completed her undergraduate medical training (MBBS) at PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Coimbatore, where she developed an early interest in understanding the human mind and behaviour. She went on to pursue her MD in Psychiatry at Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore, where she gained comprehensive training in managing a wide spectrum of psychiatric disorders across age groups, including emergency psychiatry and community mental health.
- Driven by a deep interest in child mental health, she further specialized with a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry at the prestigious Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore. During this period, she received advanced training in developmental assessments, psychotherapies, and multidisciplinary care, equipping her to address complex psychiatric needs in children and adolescents.
Clinical Expertise
- Early identification and management of autism, ADHD, speech delays, and developmental concerns
- Comprehensive developmental, emotional, and behavioural assessments
- Management of anxiety, OCD, mood, and behavioural difficulties in children and adolescents
- Strong focus on attachment, parent–child bonding, and infant mental health
- Clear guidance and practical support for parents
- Ongoing follow-up to ensure steady developmental progress
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary care tailored to each child
- Signature Focus: Safe, thoughtful, and expert care for your child’s development and emotional well-being.
Awards & Achievements
- Best Oral Paper Award – KANCIPS (2017) for research on psychiatric morbidity among spouses of individuals with alcohol dependence
- Presented scientific papers and posters at national conferences, including NIMHANS, Bangalore
- Invited speaker on multiple radio programs and podcasts across leading FM channels, creating awareness on child and adolescent mental health
- Active member of the Health Vertical, Young Indians (Yi), contributing to community mental health initiatives
- Conducted mental health awareness workshops and interactive sessions in schools and colleges, focusing on early identification and intervention
- Delivered Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions on topics including Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) and suicide prevention
- Contributor to academic resources including forensic psychiatry educational material
Research and Publications
- Awarded distinctions in Ophthalmology, ENT, and Paediatrics during undergraduate medical training
- Presented research at national conferences, including NIMHANS, Bangalore, on diagnostic challenges in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Presented a case report on Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, highlighting rare neurodevelopmental and genetic conditions
- Case series on diagnostic overlap between ASD and OCD – manuscript in progress
- Poster presentation on Familial Trichotillomania – a case series
- Recipient of ICMR-funded undergraduate research project on uropathogens in catheterised patients
- Published articles in indexed, peer-reviewed journals in psychiatry and mental health
- Contributor to academic resources, including forensic psychiatry educational material.
Professional Membership
- Professional membership in Tamil Nadu Medical council and Indian Medical council
- Member in Indian Psychiatry Society
New OP Days
Thu - 3pm to 5pm
Clincal Experience
10 years
Language
English, Tamil & Hindi