Psychology
Associate Consultant Mental Health & Behavioural Sciences , Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences, Psychiatry9+ Years of Experience in Psychiatry & Mental Health
Fortis Hospital
Bangalore
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad is a Psychiatrist, Sexologist and De-Addiction Specialist in Bangalore with experience in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of mental health, behavioural and addiction-related conditions.
He is currently associated with Fortis Hospital, Cunningham Road, Bangalore, where Fortis lists him as Associate Consultant in Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences. He is also associated with SPARSH Hospital, Infantry Road.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad completed his MBBS from M. S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore, followed by MD in Psychiatry from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences.
He has also received specialised training in sexual medicine and provides evaluation and treatment for selected sexual health concerns, including erectile dysfunction and other psychosexual problems.
His major areas of expertise include depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar affective disorder, schizophrenia, psychosis, obsessive compulsive disorder, psychosomatic medicine and somatoform disorders.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad also provides de-addiction treatment for alcohol, smoking, tobacco and other substance-use problems using appropriate medical and behavioural approaches.
His mental health practice includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, stress management, premarital counselling, marital counselling, family counselling and adolescent mental health care.
He also evaluates older adults with cognitive and behavioural concerns, including Alzheimer’s disease and related mental health problems.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad has an active academic interest in neurobiology and psychopharmacology and has published research in national and international medical journals.
Patients seeking mental health support can explore Psychology and Mental Health care at Medpas Health.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad holds MBBS and MD in Psychiatry qualifications and has undergone additional specialised training in sexual medicine.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad's areas of expertise include Psychiatry, Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Psychosis, OCD, De-Addiction, Sexual Health, Psychosomatic Disorders, CBT, Stress Management, Marital Counselling, Adolescent Mental Health and Alzheimer’s Disease Care.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad provides comprehensive mental health evaluation and treatment. Patients can explore Psychology and Mental Health services at Medpas Health for counselling and mental wellness support.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad evaluates patients with persistent sadness, low motivation, sleep changes, reduced interest and other symptoms of depression and provides personalised treatment using medication, counselling or a combination of approaches.
He treats anxiety disorders involving excessive worry, fear, physical symptoms and distress that interfere with daily life.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad provides long-term management for bipolar disorder, including evaluation of manic and depressive episodes, medication management and relapse prevention.
He evaluates and manages schizophrenia and psychotic disorders involving hallucinations, delusions, disorganised thinking or behavioural changes.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad treats OCD using evidence-based psychiatric treatment, behavioural strategies and appropriate medication where required.
He provides assessment and treatment for alcohol dependence, including withdrawal management, relapse prevention and behavioural support.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad helps patients reduce and stop nicotine or tobacco use through medical and behavioural treatment strategies.
He evaluates substance-use disorders and provides structured treatment for dependence, withdrawal symptoms and relapse prevention.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad uses CBT-based approaches for selected patients with anxiety, depression, OCD and other mental health concerns.
He provides psychiatric evaluation and counselling strategies for patients experiencing persistent stress, burnout and emotional difficulties affecting work or personal life.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad provides counselling for couples experiencing communication difficulties, emotional conflict or relationship-related mental health concerns.
He provides premarital counselling to help couples discuss expectations, communication, emotional compatibility and mental health concerns before marriage.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad has specialised training in sexual medicine and evaluates selected sexual concerns such as erectile dysfunction and psychosexual difficulties.
He evaluates adolescents with mood, behavioural, emotional and adjustment problems and provides appropriate psychiatric or counselling support.
Dr. Darshan Yallapa Jotibannad evaluates physical symptoms that may be influenced or worsened by psychological factors and provides appropriate psychiatric management.
He evaluates behavioural and psychological symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s disease and provides appropriate psychiatric support for patients and families.
For mental health and counselling services, visit Psychology at Medpas Health.
MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)
Psychiatric treatment, addiction treatment, psychotherapy, sexual health treatment , Bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, psychosis, addiction, OCD, Alzheimer's disease
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Darshan Jotibanned
Yes. He provides de-addiction treatment for alcohol, smoking, tobacco and other substance-use problems.
Yes. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder treatment is specifically listed among his psychiatric services.
Yes. Bipolar Affective Disorder is specifically included among his specialist treatment areas.
Yes. Fortis and SPARSH both currently list him as a Psychiatrist in Bangalore.
He completed MD in Psychiatry from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in 2019.
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