Consultant Psychiatrist & Head of Psychiatry

Dr Mazen Hamoudi

Specialities

Consultant Psychiatrist & Head of Psychiatry

Years of Experience

20

Languages Spoken

AR, EN

Consultant Psychiatrist & Head of Psychiatry

Dr Mazen Hamoudi

Specialities

Consultant Psychiatrist & Head of Psychiatry

Years of Experience

20

Languages
Spoken

AR, EN

Doctor's Bio

Dr Mazen Hamoudi is an American Board-certified psychiatrist in the USA, having completed his psychiatry training at Maine General Medical Center in a program affiliated with Tufts University.

He is a certified TMS provider from Duke University. And a certified Suboxone provider for patients with opioid dependence and dual diagnoses, with experience working at the Seton opioid outpatient clinic in Maine.

In the United States he worked with torture and war trauma survivors at Utah Health and Human Rights Project as a Mental Health Counselor. He then worked as a Consultant Psychiatrist at Maine General Medical Center, where he provided expert psychiatric care to psychiatric patients and demonstrated an excellent understanding of psychodynamic and biological therapies. He was also the consultant psychiatrist for the medical, surgical and intensive care units at the Maine Medical center.

Dr Mazen has developed deep insight and knowledge about the development and management of PTSD, an unfortunately common condition among refugees. He has also worked to educate his colleagues about sensitivity to cultural differences in people of Arab heritage in American health care. He presented this work at more than 10 conferences in the United States.

Before joining Novomed centers, Dr. Mazen worked for two years as a consultant psychiatrist at the American Center for Psychiatry and Neurology in the UAE and has obtained a special license for the General Civil Aviation Authorities. He was an official speaker and lecturer at multiple conferences in the UAE.

Focus Area
  • Adult Mental Health
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Depression
  • Medication Management
  • OCD
  • Panic Disorders
  • Phobias
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Psychiatry
  • Psychotherapy
  • Schizophrenia
  • Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)
Experience

2016 – 2019
American Center for psychiatry and Neurology- Dubai
Consultant Psychiatrist

2015 – 2016
Maine General Medical Center, Augusta, Maine, USA
Consultant Psychiatrist

Education

American Board certified (ABPN)

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and how does it help treat depression?
TMS is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. It is particularly effective for patients with treatment-resistant depression, improving mood and cognitive function without the side effects of medication.

2. What treatments are available for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
PTSD treatment can include psychotherapy, medication management, and TMS. Evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure Therapy help patients process traumatic events and manage symptoms effectively.

3. What is the approach for treating complex anxiety and panic disorders?
Treatment typically combines cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), medication, and lifestyle interventions. Personalized care and tailored therapy to the severity and type of anxiety disorder are emphasized for optimal outcomes.

4. How are mood disorders like bipolar disorder managed effectively?
Bipolar disorder management requires a combination of mood-stabilizing medications, psychotherapy, and regular monitoring. A structured treatment plan helps patients maintain stability, reduce episodes of mania or depression, and improve overall functioning.