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Dr. Smita Hiten Thakkar M.D., Psychiatrist
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Dr. Smita Hiten Thakkar M.D.

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

1830 Flower St Bakersfield CA, 93305

About

Dr. Smita Thakkar is a psychiatrist practicing in Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Thakkar is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Thakkar diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Thakkar 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. Thakkar treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.

Education and Training

University of Mumbai, Topiwala National Medical College MD

Board Certification

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 20 years of experience

Fellowships

  • University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA  

Dr. Smita Hiten Thakkar M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1830 Flower St

1830 Flower St -
Bakersfield, CA 93305
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New patients: 661-326-5411, 661-326-2248
Fax: 661-872-3366

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Head west on Flower Street 4229 ft
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SAN JOAQUIN COMMUNITY HOSPITALl

2615 CHESTER AVENUE BAKERSFIELD CA 93301

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