Overview
Asim Shah is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas.
His clinical expertise encompasses Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Schizoaffective Disorder.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 42 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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- EPO
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- HMO
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1502 Taub Loop Rm 2, Houston, TX 77030
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
1 Clinical Trials
Baylor College Of Medicine - Psychiatry
Olaoluwa Okusaga, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Olaoluwa Okusaga specializes in Psychiatry and works at BCM Psychiatry. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-4857. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Okusaga is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizoaffective Disorder, Schizophrenia, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Bipolar Disorder (BPD). Dr. Okusaga is currently accepting new patients.
UT Physicians Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic-Bbsb
Jair Soares is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Soares is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Major Depression, Schizophrenia, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Deep Brain Stimulation.
Giovana Zunta-Soares, MD, earned her medical degree from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Caxias do Sul in Brazil. She then completed her residency training in psychiatry at Hospital Psiquiátrico São Pedro in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Dr. Zunta-Soares went on to complete clinical research fellowships in psychiatry at UT Health San Antonio and UNC School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, N.C. Her clinical interests include adult general psychiatry, bipolar disorder, depression and psychiatry. An associate professor in the department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, she currently serves as the Director of the Mood Disorders Clinical Trials Program and the Director of the Mood Disorder Clinic. With over 21 years of clinical experience, she combines her knowledge with compassion to provide excellent care for her patients. In her role as Director of the Mood Disorders Clinic, she leads a team of five psychiatrists dedicated to assessing and treating mood disorders. She is currently working to expand clinic services to include second opinion and women’s mental health services. Dr. Zunta-Soares actively participates in research on mood disorders with the Center of Excellence on Mood Disorders at UTHealth. Her research focuses specifically on the brain mechanisms involved in bipolar and unipolar mood disorders, neuroimaging and neurocognitive studies and clinical trials to develop new treatments for these conditions. She has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed publications and mentored clinical investigators, including graduate students, residents and postdoctoral research fellows. Her current work is focused on how to integrate neuroimaging, neurocognition and other biomarkers into meaningful clinical diagnostic tools. Originally from Brazil, Dr. Zunta-Soares is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish. Dr. Zunta is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Anorexia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Asim Shah
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Asim Shah?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Asim Shah by calling their office at 713-873-5130. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Asim Shah a top-rated expert for Major Depression?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Asim Shah is classified as an Experienced expert for Major Depression, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Asim Shah specialize in?
While Dr. Asim Shah is a Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Psychiatry.
Does Dr. Asim Shah participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Asim Shah has published 42 articles and abstracts on conditions like Major Depression. You can view a list of Dr. Asim Shah's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Asim Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Asim Shah accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-873-5130 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- Major DepressionDr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Major Depression.
- Schizoaffective DisorderDr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Schizoaffective Disorder.
- SchizophreniaDr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Schizophrenia.
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Dr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).