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Dr. Veena R. Doddakashi M.D., Psychiatrist
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Dr. Veena R. Doddakashi M.D.

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

6001 Truxtun Ave Suite 160 Bakersfield CA, 93309
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Dr. Veena Doddakashi is a psychiatrist practicing in Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Doddakashi is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Doddakashi diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Doddakashi may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Doddakashi treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.

Education and Training

J.J.M. Medical College, Mysore University, Davangere, Karnataka, India MD

Mysore University 1989

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1991

Board Certification

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 28 years of experience

Treatments

  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Anxiety
  • Opiate Dependence

Dr. Veena R. Doddakashi M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 6001 Truxtun Ave Suite 160

6001 Truxtun Ave Suite 160 -
Bakersfield, CA 93309
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New patients: 661-326-2248
Fax: 661-872-3366

Practice At 1830 Flower St

1830 Flower St -
Bakersfield, CA 93305
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http://kmcemed.edu

1600 E BELLE TER -
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93307
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New patients: 661-635-2950
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