Looking for a mental health doctor, depression doctor or anxiety specialist? A psychiatrist is the medical term for a mental health doctor who diagnoses and treats conditions like depression, anxiety, stress, panic attacks, bipolar disorder, OCD, schizophrenia and addiction. Unlike psychologists, psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication. Many patients also seek a psychiatrist for sleep problems, relationship issues or work-related stress. In India, a qualified mental health doctor holds MBBS followed by MD (Psychiatry). For severe mental health conditions, look for a psychiatrist affiliated with a hospital that has inpatient psychiatric care. Many psychiatrists also offer online consultations.

Kolkata has a deep tradition of medical excellence, anchored by institutions like SSKM Hospital and Apollo Gleneagles. The city serves as the primary medical destination for patients from West Bengal, the seven north-eastern states and parts of Bangladesh. Kolkata's medical culture is characterised by highly experienced clinicians and a strong base of senior specialists across most fields.