Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Teaching and Mentorship
Affiliations
Certification
Recent Publications
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Shahan Syed

Livingston,NJ

Summary

Empathetic Psychiatrist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in cognitive behavioral therapy, psychopharmacology, and patient assessment. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to provide exceptional patient care. Committed to improving mental health outcomes through compassionate treatment strategies and evidence-based practices.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychiatrist

Robert Wood Johnson Newark Beth Israel
Newark, NJ
12.2024 - Current
  • Conduct psychiatric consults for medically intensive patients autonomously.
  • Worked within psychiatric emergency care setting.

Psychiatry Resident

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Paramus, NJ
07.2021 - 06.2025
  • Consistently ranked top in class for three consecutive years, showcasing strong academic performance, and commitment to excellence in psychiatry.
  • Analyzed trends in PRITE scores to identify areas for improvement, developing targeted study plans that led to measurable increases in resident performance.
  • Actively contribute to the Workplace Violence and Wellness Committees, as well as the Graduate Medical Education Committee, fostering a safer and more supportive environment for staff and patients.
  • Spearhead initiatives as Chief Resident to cultivate a productive and supportive atmosphere, driving continuous improvement in the resident experience.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell/ NYP Westchester Hospital
07.2020 - 06.2021
  • Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing errors and improving patient safety. Conducted group therapy sessions, enhancing overall treatment efficacy.
  • Introduced mindfulness techniques in patient care, leading to notable improvements in stress management. Pioneered a peer support program for enhanced recovery.
  • Meticulously documented patient assessments and treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care. Maintained strict adherence to hospital protocols and safety standards.

Research Assistant

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Paramus, NJ
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Collaborated on APA abstracts, boosting research exposure and psychiatric knowledge
  • Co-authored accepted abstracts, enhancing research skills and contributing to psychiatry

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

University of Cincinnati Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
04.2019 - 07.2020
  • Shaped policies enhancing departmental efficiency and academic standards.
  • Resolved complex departmental issues through strategic collaboration.
  • Served on academic and administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues

Education

Psychiatry Residency - Psychiatry

BERGEN NEW BRIDGE MEDICAL CENTER
PARAMUS, NJ
06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (Accelerated)

COLLEGE OF MOUNT SAINT VINCENT
RIVERDALE, NY
01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY
STONY BROOK, NY
08.2017

Doctor of Medicine -

INTERNATIONAL AMERICAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
VIEUX FORT, SAINT LUCIA
03.2015

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Behavioral therapy
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Data analysis
  • Medication management
  • Research collaboration
  • Psychopharmacology

Teaching and Mentorship

  • Clinical Instructor, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, 10/01/19, 03/31/20, Served on academic and administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
  • Behavioral Health Advocate, UC Health Mental Health Advocacy, Cincinnati, OH, 12/01/19, 06/30/20, Collaborated with nursing and psychology leadership as well as other mental health professionals to organize outpatient mental health counseling to UC Health employees.
  • Adjunct Professor and Student Mentor, The College of Mount Saint Vincent, Bronx, NY, 09/01/18, 04/30/19, Provided longitudinal one-on-one mentorship to students identified as high-risk for failure and served on academic and administrative committees while formulating institutional policies and developing curricula.

Affiliations

  • American Medical Association
  • American Psychiatric Association
  • New Jersey Psychiatric Association
  • Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society

Certification

  • New Jersey Medical License Number: 25MA12370500
  • New York Medical License Number: 333134
  • National Provider Identifier Number: 1750961603

Recent Publications

· Syed, S. & Khan, Daanish. Psychiatric Challenges and Medication Management Following Bariatric Surgery. American Psychiatric Association. 2023

· Syed, S. & Shah, S. Acute intermittent porphyria: Precipitation, psychiatric manifestations, and clinical complexity. American psychiatric association. 2023.

· Kakarlapudi, R., Syed, S., Abbasi, M., and Jafary, Z. Semaglutide-induced suicidal ideation in a patient with psychiatric comorbidities: A case report. American psychiatric association. 2023.

· Syed, S., Myronn De Melo Rodrigues, R., & Siddiqui, U. Complex interplay of polysubstance use, xylazine-associated complications, and mood symptoms. American psychiatric association. 2023

· Syed, S., & Hussain, M. Psychiatric manifestations of Lyme disease and associated treatments. American psychiatric association. 2022.

· Syed, S., & Hussain, M. Gut dysbiosis and psychosis: What is the correlation? American psychiatric association. 2022.

· Syed, S., & Ingram, K. Psychosis associated with chronic subdural hematoma. Neuroscience education institute. 2021.

· Syed, S., Robinson, J., & Reddington, B. Diagnostic dilemma in psychiatry: Disease of the mind or the media? Neuroscience education institute. 2021.

· Sahib Din, J., & Syed, S.A.Traumatic brain injury and schizophrenia: An unlikely phenomenon. Neuroscience education institute. 2020.

· Sahib Din, J., Wilner, M., & Syed, S.A.Psychosis in the presence of normal pressure hydrocephalus: A case report and literature review. Neuroscience education institute. 2020.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Psychiatrist

Robert Wood Johnson Newark Beth Israel
12.2024 - Current

Psychiatry Resident

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
07.2021 - 06.2025

Research Assistant

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
08.2020 - 01.2021

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell/ NYP Westchester Hospital
07.2020 - 06.2021

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

University of Cincinnati Medical Center
04.2019 - 07.2020

Psychiatry Residency - Psychiatry

BERGEN NEW BRIDGE MEDICAL CENTER

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (Accelerated)

COLLEGE OF MOUNT SAINT VINCENT

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY

Doctor of Medicine -

INTERNATIONAL AMERICAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Shahan Syed